Collection: Emagazines

“A spectre is haunting Europe – the spectre of communism.” When Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels wrote those words in 1848 they were acknowledging that their newly minted social and economic philosophy was already seen as a threat to the capitalist world. They were right. Communis...

Explore the fascinating history of democracy, from the ancient world to the modern day. See how the idea emerged in ancient Greece, giving this form of government its name: "demos" (people) "kratos" (power), and chart the defining moments of democratic societies across millenia. From revolts and ...

London is steeped in history. From its Roman foundations to Shakespeare’s plays and the Great Fire all the way to the modern day, the All About History Book of London will take you on an incredible journey through the rich and exciting history of England’s capital. You'll expl...

By the end of 1810, Britain stood at a crossroads. King George III, after 50 years on the throne, had descended into permanent insanity. His son, George, Prince of Wales, was subsequently appointed as Prince Regent under the Regency Act of 1811. This marked the beginning of a period that became o...

There is no doubt that the First World War shaped the modern world. In 2016 we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme with this brand new edition. Through amazing articles, vivid images and historical artefacts, we’ll explore the key events, significant battles and influenti...

Discover the remarkable rise of the machines that transformed Britain into a global powerhouse and meet the incredible people that made them possible.

"It is the legendary empire that inspired some of the most celebrated art and literature of all time and is cited as the start of modern civilisation. The Roman Empire was a political and military force to be reckoned with, and their influence spread far across Europe and the Mediterrane...

On Bosworth field in 1485 the feud that had caused bloodshed and battle for three decades came to an end. The victor was the last hope of the Lancastrians, Henry Tudor. In this new edition of Book of the Tudors, you'll discover how Henry's Tudor dynasty cemented its place in history, from the red...

The All About History Book of the Wild West separates fact from fiction, uncovering the fights for survival and the gruelling trials of the American frontier. Trace the adventures that took people beyond the edge of the map in search of gold, new land and trade goods. Find out why Jesse James and...

Mankind is remarkable – we’ve sent man to the moon, cured killer diseases, conquered the peaks of the world’s highest mountains. But mankind is also abominably ambitious, capable of committing unspeakable evils in the name of progress. Over the following pages, we’ll explore some of the most diab...