History

History books - from antiquity to the present

History books let you better understand past times and the events that shaped the modern world. In this category you will find publications on the history of Poland and the world, studies of individual eras, biographies of rulers, historical atlases, books on archaeology, and popular science stories about the past.

When choosing a book, think about whether you are looking for accessible popular science reading or a detailed academic study with footnotes and a bibliography. It is worth paying attention to the author, their output and the publisher. Albums with illustrations and maps work as a gift, and monographs will be useful to students and enthusiasts.

History is also a subject for younger readers - there are books written in simpler language, with many illustrations, which help interest children in the past. Such publications also work as a complement to school history lessons and as help in preparing presentations.