Showing titles in 18th Century

Step into the intellectual history of the Age of Reason, where radical philosophy dismantled monarchs to spark democracy. Perfect for a stimulating morning commute or an afternoon of deep focus, this thought-provoking journey transports you directly into the bustling coffeehouses and salons of...

NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah. "A delicious history of music...

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER An epic, extraordinary account of scientific rivalry and obsession in the quest to survey all of life on Earth “[An] engaging and thought-provoking book, one focused on the theatrical politics and often deeply troubling science that shape our definitions of life on...

A widely acclaimed biography from thebestselling author of The Romanovs: "One of the great love stories of history” (The Economist) between Catherine the Great and the wildly flamboyant and talented Prince Potemkin. "Captures the genius of two extraordinary Enlightenment figures—and of...

In the eighteenth century, the Catholics of England lacked many basic freedoms under the law: they could not serve in political office, buy or inherit land, or be married by the rites of their own religion. So virulent was the sentiment against Catholics that, in 1780, violent riots erupted in...

A distinctive portrait of the crescendo moment in American history from the Pulitzer-winning American historian, Joseph Ellis. The summer months of 1776 witnessed the most consequential events in the story of our country’s founding. While the thirteen colonies came together and agreed to...

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A “richly imagined biography” (The New York Times Book Review) of General Alex Dumas, who rose from slavery to command vast armies in the French Revolutionary Wars—and whose exploits were immortalized in his son’s novels The Count...

A rip-roaring account of the dramatic four-year siege of Britain’s Mediterranean garrison by Spain and France—an overlooked key to the British loss in the American Revolution For more than three and a half years, from 1779 to 1783, the tiny territory of Gibraltar was besieged and blockaded...

The name Captain James Cook is one of the most recognisable in Australian history - an almost mythic figure who is often discussed, celebrated, reviled and debated. But who was the real James Cook? This Yorkshire farm boy would go on to become the foremost mariner, scientist, navigator and...

Discover the intellectual history and radical philosophy that dismantled absolute power and birthed the modern mind. Perfect for an intellectually stimulating commute, this immersive deep dive transports you to a Europe scarred by religious wars and ruled by tyrants. Watch as a rebellious...

Uncover a chilling historical cold case from the French Revolution and solve the disappearance of a lost royal heir. Whether you are seeking a suspenseful narrative for your daily commute or a thought-provoking deep dive into European history, this immersive investigation delivers. Journey...

Uncover the gripping military history of the first true global conflict, as rival empires violently fought for supremacy. From the dense forests of North America to the vibrant trading ports of India, this interconnected struggle relentlessly reshaped the globe. Witness how isolated decisions...

Step into the turbulent history of the uprising that violently shattered an ancient monarchy to birth modern democracy. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical journey plunges you into a society crushed by extreme class inequality and royal debt. Listen as desperate crowds and...

Experience the gripping European history that shattered tyranny and birthed the Age of Reason from the ashes of holy war. This narrative history transforms dry timelines into a vibrant struggle for truth, power, and human rights. As traditional authority collapsed, brilliant minds used...

Discover how radical political philosophy and the demand for human freedom shattered absolute monarchies across Europe. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced historical narrative transforms abstract theories into the dramatic, bloody conflicts that forged our modern world. Immerse...

Experience the gripping political upheaval of a bloody revolution that shattered a monarchy and birthed modern politics. Perfect for your daily commute or a session of deep, focused learning, this immersive historical narrative transports you from the opulent halls of the Old Regime to the...

Discover how a windswept medieval stronghold sparked an intellectual revolution that forever changed European history. Experience the atmospheric transformation of a rugged volcanic ridge into a bustling epicenter of philosophy and commerce. Perfect for fueling your daily commute with deep focus...

Step into the first true world war, a gripping military history where colonial clashes shattered and forged global empires. Perfect for an engaging daily commute or a focused learning session, this immersive narrative spans from North American forests to European capitals. Experience the brutal...

Witness the spectacular rise and devastating financial ruin of the French monarchy in this dramatic European history. Perfect for an immersive commute or an afternoon of deep focus, this tense narrative transforms a simple hunting lodge into a gilded weapon of absolute power. Step past the...

Immerse yourself in this dramatic European history as sweeping political revolution shatters a glittering monarchy. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this intense historical deep-dive transports you straight into the volatile streets of eighteenth-century Paris. Experience the visceral...