History > Ancient History

This book explores a pivotal moment in human history, less than 50,000 years ago, when mankind experienced a sudden leap in creativity and innovati...

Explore Britain's ancient prehistoric sites through stunning aerial photographs, showcasing Neolithic enclosures and cairns like never before.

This book challenges conventional views of history by presenting new evidence about the origins of modern society. It investigates ancient maps tha...

This book explores the 6,000-year history of books and reading, beginning with the ancient scrolls made from reeds along the Nile. It examines how ...

This book explores Britain's prehistoric landscapes and the lives of its early inhabitants. It covers a timeline from the Old Stone Age, about one ...

Explore the ancient hillforts of Iron Age Wales with Toby Driver as your guide through 200 stunning illustrations.

This work is a collection of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, reflecting on how to endure challenges and cope with change. He shares insights ...

Delve into the captivating myths and legends of Ancient Egypt, featuring heroes, gods, and monsters.

Explore the festivals and traditions of Anglo-Saxon England in a journey through the year.

Explore the rich world of Scottish folk and fairy tales filled with spirits, goblins, witches, and mer-folk lurking in every corner of the land.

This book provides a comprehensive history of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, the first ruling family of the Roman Empire. It explores their rise to po...

This book explores the turbulent final decades of the Roman Republic, focusing on key figures such as Pompey, Crassus, Cato, Cicero, and Caesar. It...

This book explores the lives and stories of Greek goddesses, highlighting their strength and complexity. It re-examines well-known figures like Her...

This anthology uncovers the rich tradition of queer love in the ancient Greek and Roman world, often overlooked or suppressed. It features forty in...

This book explores the origins of philosophical thought in the ancient Mediterranean. It examines how thinkers began to question established belief...

Delve into the wonders of the ancient world, from the Great Pyramid at Giza to the statue of Zeus, in this fascinating exploration by Bettany Hughes.

Pax Romana explores the golden age of the Roman Empire, a period marked by stability and prosperity. Beginning in 69AD, the narrative covers a time...