Middle Ages War

A Short History of the Middle Ages describes the tumultuous era that bridged antiquity and the modern world. Renowned 19th-century French historian and statesman Victor Duruy originally crafted a sweeping, multi-volume chronicle of this pivotal period, from the fall of the Roman Empire to the dawn of the Renaissance.

From the creative team behind the bestselling, Caldecott Medal--winning Finding Winnie comes an extraordinary wartime adventure seen through the eyes of the world's most beloved bear. Here is a heartwarming imagining of the real journey undertaken by the extraordinary bear who inspired...

This bestselling first book in the Tapper Twins series is a hilariously authentic showcase of what it's like to be in middle school in our digitally-saturated world, told as a colorful "oral history" with photos, screenshots, text messages, chat logs, and online gaming digital art...

In this urgent and timely book, Patrick Cockburn writes the first draft of the history of the current crisis in the Middle East. Here he charts the period from the recapture of Mosul in 2017 to Turkey's attack on Kurdish territory in November 2019, and recounts the new phase in the wars of disintegration that have plagued the region. The ground battle with the caliphate is perhaps over, but was this the end of the conflict that has scarred these nations for decades? 

Bloomsbury presents Terrible True Tales: Second World War written and read by Terry Deary. From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. 'Deary's storytelling is simple, historically accurate...

For fans of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, discover the story behind their unique friendship forged in the darkness of World War II and how it inspired the stories of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity. In a world devastated by the cataclysm of war...

Adapted for young readers from the New York Times bestseller by Daniel James Brown, Facing the Mountain is the remarkable true story of three brave Japanese American soldiers who fought for the United States during World War II while facing discrimination at home. Perfect for readers of The Boys...

Bloomsbury presents Henry V: The Astonishing Rise of England's Greatest Warrior King, written and read by Dan Jones. Nominated for Best Audiobook: Non-Fiction at The Speakies (The British Audio Awards) A brand-new life of England’s greatest king from our bestselling medieval historian 'A...

Bloomsbury presents 1217 by Catherine Hanley, read by Veronika Hyks. A Sunday Times Book of the Week 'A thrilling episode from England’s medieval history.' Dan Jones, The Sunday Times An engrossing history of the pivotal year when the future of England was secured. In 1215 King John had agreed...

Bloomsbury presents Margaret Beaufort, written and read by Lauren Johnson. Survivor. Rebel. Conspirator. Matriarch of a dynasty. Born into a century of conflict as the daughter of the Duke of Somerset and a descendant of Edward III, Margaret Beaufort was married at twelve, a mother and widow at...

Survive the brutal, gritty reality of medieval warfare from the mud-soaked perspective of a low-born infantryman. Perfect for a gripping daily commute or a late-night history binge, this immersive journey abandons gallant knights to march alongside the coerced peasants who truly fought the wars...

Bloomsbury presents Crécy by Michael Livingston, read by Rupert Farley. Like Crécy itself, this book is a triumph and the tale it tells gives an old story new life.’- Bernard Cornwell, bestselling author of The Last Kingdom series A groundbreaking new study of the battle of Crécy, in which...

Bloomsbury presents Terrible True Tales: First World War written and read by Terry Deary. Featuring exciting activities for listeners to enjoy alongside the stories! From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million...

Experience gripping medieval history through the dynastic warfare and military strategy that forged two rival nations. Perfect for your daily commute, this dramatic narrative plunges you straight into the blood-soaked battlefields of the fourteenth century. Witness how a bitter dispute over a...

Dive into gripping military history and witness the relentless arms race of siege warfare that forged medieval empires. These fortified strongholds were never static monuments, but living machines of power engineered to survive the terrifying threats of a changing world. Experience the...

Unearth a lost Bronze Age empire of iron and chariots that rivaled Egypt for ancient world supremacy. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive military history resurrects a forgotten civilization from buried clay tablets and shattered citadels. Let this epic, cinematic narrative transport...

For my birthday, my best friends Gilly and Pippa signed us up for a weekend at the Central Midwest Spa Convention. Yay. Massages, fine dining, maid service, and best of all, as long as we attend a few workshops, the weekend is a tax write-off. It should be all sunshine and roses, right? Wrong. My former intern at Belliza Beauty aka the Job Stealer, Carmen Carraway, is a featured presenter. Yuck. Throw in an ex-boyfriend, a number one fan, a brewing scandal, and a dead body, and my relaxing birthday weekend is DOA. 

Dive into the brutal medieval history of holy war, where faith, greed, and power collided to reshape the global order. Whether you are leveling up your historical knowledge during a daily commute or seeking an immersive escape into the past, this epic narrative delivers. Witness the dramatic...

Bloomsbury presents The Hundred Years War by Anne Curry, read by Lucy Tregear. An overview of the Hundred Years War, the longest-running and the most significant conflict in western Europe in the later Middle Ages. There can be no doubt that military conflict between France and England dominated...