History & Archaeology books

Reaching into our past is a fascinating and rewarding experience. Not only can we learn more about who we are and where we came from, we can learn from our collective mistakes and ensure that they are never repeated. We can find a sense of identity, an appreciation for other cultures and a better understanding of our place in the world. History contains far more beauty, adventure, brutality, bravery and mystery than anything that can ever be imagined in fiction. 

For anyone interested in the ancient classical world, authors such as Mary Beard and Bettany Hughes can guide you as you tour gladiatorial arenas or explore the ancient Byzantine capital. Join Neil Price and Thomas Williams as the Vikings invade and change our landscape forever. Peter Ackroyd or Alison Weir can introduce you to the machinations and intrigues of the Tudor Court, while the likes of James Holland, Max Hastings and Ben Macintyre can help you understand the causes, battles, tragedies and aftermath of the Second World War.

Modern history authors such as Andrew Marr, David Olusoga and Yuval Noah Harari can provide fresh perspectives on events that affect us in the present day, looking at everything from politics to black history and technology to explore how our past may influence our future.    

Whether you’re keen to learn more about the history of Britain, the troubled history of the Middle East, military operations as technology advances over time or how the glorious age of exploration shaped the globe for better or worse, you’re sure to find the perfect book to start your journey through time in our extensive collection of new and used history books.