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"Through the Eyes of a Slave" contains a carefully-selected collection of famous, influential and moving American slave narratives from a variety of authors including Solomon Northup's "Twelve Years a Slave", which was adapted into the 2013 blockbuster film of the same name. These compelling, inspirational, and often harrowing real-life stories offer a unique insight into the travails of slave life in nineteenth-century America, and are highly recommended for those with an interest in this dark chapter of American history. Contents include: "Thirty Years a Slave, by Louis Hughes", "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, by Frederick Douglass", "Twelve Years a Slave, by Solomon Northup", "Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom, by William Craft and Ellen Craft", and "Twenty-Two Years a Slave, and Forty Years a Freeman, by Austin Steward". Read & Co. History is proudly publishing this brand new collection of classic memoirs now for the enjoyment of a new generation of readers.

From the much-celebrated author of the satirical novel Evelina (1778), this volume is the collected journals and private correspondence of Fanny Burney, Queen Charlotte's Keeper of the Robes. First published posthumously in seven volumes between 1842-1846, this work is comprised of epistolary correspondence and diary excerpts written by Fanny Burney and edited by her niece, Mrs. Barrett. Fanny Burney, also known by her nom de plume, Madame D'Arblay, accepted the post of Keeper of the Robes for the queen consort of King George III in 1786, going on to develop a close friendship with Queen Charlotte and her daughters. Discover this classic illustration of Georgian society, now in a new edition. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this volume featuring a biography of the author by Francis Watt and an excerpt from A History of English Literature (1902).

The Good Queen Charlotte is an important historical account of a little-researched period of the Georgian reign, exploring the life, work, and legacy of the queen consort of King George III. Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz (1744-1818) was just 17 when she was betrothed to George III, King of Great Britain and Ireland. First published in 1899, this fascinating work by Percy H. Fitzgerald analyses the history of Queen Charlotte. Discover the highs and lows of the remarkable queen consort's reign and the complexities of her marriage as her husband was diagnosed with 'madness'. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this biographical volume for a new generation to enjoy.

This vintage book comprises a fascinating collection of Bonaparte's letters; selected, translated, and edited by J. M. Thompson. This anthology forms one of the most truthful and interesting collections of historical documents pertaining to the famous French military and political leader - Napoleon Bonaparte. It offers the reader an interesting and unparalleled insight into his mind and personal life in 292 letters. The letters contained herein include: 'The Brothers', 'His Father's Death', 'The Corsican's Patriot', 'History of Corsica', 'Brothers Louis', 'The Young Jacobin', 'Paris in Revolution', 'Heroics', 'Brother's Joseph', 'Paris Life', 'Fatalism', 'Whiff of Grape-Shot', 'First Night', 'Separation', etcetera. Many antiquarian books such as this are becoming increasingly hard-to-come-by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this text now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Robert Burns (1759 ¿ 1796), also known as ¿Ploughman Poet¿ and various other names, was a Scottish lyrical poet widely considered to be national poet of Scotland. This vintage book contains a detailed biography of this seminal Scottish man of letters, and is not to be missed by lovers of his work and poetry in general. Notable poems by Burns include: "A Red, Red Rose", "A Man's a Man for A' That", "To a Louse", "To a Mouse", and many more. Contents include: ¿Burns The Boy¿, ¿Burns the Youth¿, ¿Burns in the Nadir¿, ¿Burns as a Man, Lovers, Conversationalist, and Religionist¿, etc. Robbert Burns (1759 ¿ 1796), also known as ¿Ploughman Poet¿ and various other names, was a Scottish lyrical poet widely considered to be the national poet of Scotland. He is celebrated worldwide, arguably being the best-known poet to have written in the Scots language to date. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a new, affordable, modern edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of poetry.

¿Crime and Criminals ¿ 1876-1910¿ is a 1910 work by Richard Frith Quinton on the subject of the English prison system, concentrating on the changes that took place between 1876 and 1910. In this work, Quinton explores developments in repressing crime and dealing with criminals, looking at the results of these new methods in light of his own experiences and observations. Highly recommended for those with an interest in the history and evolution of the English penal system. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic work now in a brand new edition complete with the introductory essay 'Spontaneous and Imitative Crime' by Euphemia Vale Blake.

Delve into the secrets and untold history of the British royal court with these enthralling private journals meticulously kept by one of Queen Charlotte's ladies-in-waiting. This volume preserves fascinating memoirs that would have otherwise been lost fragments of history. Charlotte Papendiek was a lady-in-waiting to Queen Charlotte, the wife of King George III, and in this detailed chronicle of her recollections, the intricacies of the Georgian court are revealed. First published in 1887, these complete journals were edited by the writer's granddaughter and published posthumously. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this unique volume featuring a book review from the year of original publication by Charles J. Robinson.

The North-West Passage had thwarted the attempts of many expeditions by the mid nineteenth century, but none were so famous as the disappearance of Sir John Franklin and his crew. After two years with no word, a £20,000 reward was offered to anyone who could find the expedition, leading to many rescue missions. One such attempt was made by Irish explorer in the British Royal Navy Sir Francis Leopold McClintock (1819¿1907), who in 1859 succeeded in discovering the only written record left by Franklin's expedition. ¿In the Arctic Seas¿ recounts McClintock incredible Arctic excision and his death-defying endeavours to uncover what really happened to Franklin and his ill-fated crew. An incredible account of survival against all odds in the unforgiving Arctic highly recommended for those with an interest in the famous Franklin expedition and Arctic exploration in general. Read & Co. History is republishing this classic memoir now in a brand new edition complete with an introductory biography by John Knox Laughton.

Sir John Franklin (1786¿1847) was a British Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer who served in wars against the United States and Napoleonic France. He led three expeditions into the Canadian Arctic in 1819, 1825, and 1845. In his last expedition to force the Northwest Passage, his ship became stuck in the ice leading to many unsuccessful rescue missions. ¿Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Seä is Franklin's account of the Coppermine expedition to chart the north coast of Canada eastwards from the mouth of the Coppermine River. From 1819 to 1822, 11 of the 20 men in his party died of starvation or exhaustion, with evidence to suggest that there was at least one murder and instances of cannibalism. An incredible account of survival against all odds in the unforgiving Arctic, ¿Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Seä is highly recommended for those with an interest in the famous Franklin expedition and Arctic exploration in general. Read & Co. History is republishing this classic memoir now in a brand new edition complete with an introductory biography by John Knox Laughton.

First published in 1884, this book contains a biography of Princess Louise Maximilienne Caroline Emmanuele of Stolberg-Gedern (1752¿1824) written by Vernon Lee. Often referred to as the Countess of Albany, she was the wife of the Jacobite claimant to the English and Scottish thrones Charles Edward Stuart. A fascinating biographical sketch not to be missed by those with an interest in British History. Violet Paget (1856¿1935), also known under the pseudonym Vernon Lee, was a French-born British writer famous for her supernatural fiction and contributions to the field of aesthetics. She also wrote more than a dozen books on a variety of subjects ranging from music to travel, and today she is best remembered for her original ideas and amusing use of irony. Contents include: ¿The Bride¿, ¿The Bridegroom¿, ¿Regina Apostolorum¿, ¿The Heir¿, ¿Florence¿, ¿Alfieri¿, ¿The Cavaliere Servente¿, ¿The Escape¿, ¿Rome¿, ¿Antigone¿, ¿Separation¿, etc. Other notable works by this author include: ¿The Prince of the Hundred Soups: A Puppet Show in Narrative¿ (1883), and ¿Miss Brown¿ (1884). Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic biography now in a new edition complete with a dedication by Amy Levy.

Originally published in 1896, "The Political Situation" is a work of political commentary on the governance of South Africa. Olive Schreiner (1855¿1920) was a South African anti-war campaigner, intellectual, and author most famous for her highly-acclaimed novel ¿The Story of an African Farm¿ (1883), which deals with such issues as existential independence, agnosticism, individualism, and the empowerment of women. Other notable works by this author include: ¿Closer Union: a Letter on South African Union and the Principles of Government¿ (1909), and ¿Woman and Labour¿ (1911). Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic work now in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

Widely believed to be the first national park in the world, Yellowstone is an American national park situated in the western United States spanning parts of Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. World famous for its wildlife and geothermal features, it contains a large range of biomes and is part of the South Central Rockies forests ecoregion. First published in 1871, ¿Thirty-Seven Days of Peril¿ is an account of Truman Everts' visit to Yellowstone before it became a popular tourist and hiking destination. Within it, he recounts how he sustained an injury and was forced to spend thirty-seven days completely alone in the unforgiving wilderness. A compelling account of human ingenuity and determination in the face of dire circumstances not to be missed by those with an interest in Yellowstone park and its history. Contents include: ¿Yellowstone National Park¿, ¿Trees in Yellowstone Forest, A Poem By Florence Riley Radcliffe¿, and ¿Thirty-Seven Days of Peril¿. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic account now in a brand new edition complete with an introductory article from ¿Encyclopædia Britannica, Volume 28¿ (1911).

¿The Original Blue-Beard - The History of Gilles De Retz¿ is Thomas Wilson's 1899 biography of Gilles de Rais (1405¿1440), a French knight and lord who led the French army and was one of Joan of Arc's companion-in-arms. Rais lived an extravagant life and even dabbled in the occult before being hanged for a series of child murders in 1440 in Nantes. It is believed that Rais was the inspiration for "Bluebeard", a French folktale of a wealthy man who murders all of his wives but his last, whose brothers finally put an end to him and his terrible crimes. Contents include: ¿Gilles De Retz¿, ¿Gilles as a Soldier¿, ¿Gille¿s Life at Home in Brittany¿, ¿Gilles¿s Crimes¿, ¿Gilles¿s Trial Before the Ecclesiastical Tribunal¿, ¿The Trial Before the Civil Court¿, ¿The Execution¿, ¿Mother Goose Publications¿, ¿Bluebeard Stories¿, ¿Mystery of the Siege of Orleans¿, etc. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic biography now in a brand new edition complete with an introductory biography from ¿Encyclopaedia Britannicä (1911).

¿The Crimes of England¿ is a 1915 work by G. K. Chesterton that explores the history and causes of the First World War, focusing on what he believes to be the partial culpability of England. Within it, Chesterton maintains that while Germany is clearly the main aggressor, England is also partially responsible for the horrors of the war due to having aided and abetted Prussia for centuries. Highly recommended for those with an interest in European history and the First World War. Contents include: ¿Some Words to Professor Whirlwind¿, ¿The Protestant Herö, ¿The Enigma of Waterloö, ¿The Coming of the Janissaries¿, ¿The Lost England¿, ¿Hamlet and the Danes¿, ¿The Midnight of Europe¿, ¿The Wrong Horse¿, ¿The Awakening of England¿, and ¿The Battle of the Marne¿. Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874¿ 1936) was an English philosopher, theologian, writer, and literary and art critic. Other notable works by this author include: ¿Heretics, Project Gutenberg¿ (1905), ¿The Innocence of Father Brown¿ (1911), and ¿The Man Who Was Thursday¿ (1908). Read & Co. History is republishing this classic work now complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

Frederick Douglass (1818¿1895) was an American escaped slave who became a prominent activist, author, and public speaker who garnered significant acclaim for his 1845 autobiography. A leading figure in the abolitionist movement, he fought for the end of slavery until the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation and continued to vehemently fight for human rights until his death. This volume contains Charles Chesnutt's 1899 biography of Frederick Douglass, describing his escape from slavery, becoming a national leader of the abolitionist movement, rise to fame for his oratory skills, and his seminal antislavery writings. Highly recommended for those interested in African-American history and literature. Charles Waddell Chesnutt (1858¿1932) was an African-American essayist, author, activist and lawyer famous for his fiction dealing with racial identity in the post-Civil War South. Read & Co. History is proudly republishing this classic biography in a brand new edition, complete with an introductory poem by Paul Laurence Dunbar and an essay by W. H. Crogman.