This guide allows you to browse the Rhinehart Rare Book Collection on British History by major subjects and categories. These books are available on-site for use in the Cratis Williams Reading Room in the Special Collections Research Center. Request an appointment to view materials through our online system. Special thanks to Dr. Marjon Ames for her help with this guide.
British History - General
Books that cover several centuries of British history.
By Time Period
Books organized by Medieval (476 A.D. to circa 1500 A.D.) and Modern (circa 1500 A.D. to Present) time periods.
By Region
Books organized by major regions represented: Americas, Celtic--Scotland and Ireland, Continental Europe, France, London.
By Topic
Books organized by major topics represented: Art & Architecture; British Nobility, Aristocracy, & Court; English Customs; European Royalty; Military History; Parliament & Law (Including accusations and defenses of treason); Religion; Science; Women.
By Type / Genre
Book organized by major types of publication or genre: Biography; Corresondence & Memoirs; Facsimiles; Literature; Periodicals; Travel Literature.
Special Collections
How to use the Rhinehart and other British studies rare book collections.