As David McCullough said, “History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are.”
Those who enjoy reading about history tend to range far and wide through the vast categories and subcategories of history that are. Whether you’re interested in ancient history or modern, military history or social, women’s rights or the development of civil rights, archaeology or historical biography, popular history or academic, there are books here for you.
Since “there’s more to truth than just facts”, philosophy books are an invaluable tool for those seeking to understand the impact of ideas on society. From Nietzsche to Wittgenstein, Marx to the Tao of Pooh, academic to introductory texts, a variety of works are reviewed here.
After the Victorians by A N Wilson
In: History/Philosophy Books (general)
Published in 2006, After the Victorians is a sublime follow up to A N Wilson's critically acclaimed portrait of the Victorian age. more...
Condition of England or Industrial Novels
In: History Books
Industrial Britain conjures images of workers slaving in 'dark satanic mills', driven to the edge by horrific conditions and the early trades unions fighting for change. more...
Review of 365 Your Date with History
In: History Books
This engrossing reference book is packed full of historical facts, details and anecdotes, making it an excellent choice for general history enthusiast. more...
Review The Heart of Things by A C Grayling
In: Philosophy Books
An accessible, sensitively written collection of short philosophy essays that is an excellent introduction for beginners in philosophy. more...
Review of A N Wilson's The Victorians
In: History Books
In this highly acclaimed book, Wilson presents a dazzling array of facts, details and anecdotes that portray the 19th Century in a refreshingly interesting light. more...
Review – Jeremy Paxman The Victorians
In: History Books
Well known in the UK for his antagonistic interviews with recalcitrant politicians, journalist Jeremy Paxman reveals his in-depth knowledge of Victorian art. more...
All feature articles in History/Philosophy Books
All contributors in History/Philosophy Books
When the Mississippi Ran Backwards
In: History Books
Lancaster and York – The Wars of the Roses
In: History Books
By:
Rachel Bellerby
Review of Horse Soldiers by Doug Stanton
In: History Books
By:
Suzanne Pitner
The Blazing Southwest is Superb History of S.W.
In: History Books
By: R.L. Coffield
Review of Who Killed Aung San? By Kin Oung
In: History Books
By: Susan Cunningham
All contributing articles in History/Philosophy Books