Children's Historical Fiction Books

In the late 1500s, young Patrick O'Flaherty comes to the remote walls of Grainne O'Malley's pirate fortress on the west coast of Ireland, determined to enlist the aid of his heroine queen in freeing his family, prisoners of the British. "Patch" stays to...

In 1683, Vienna endured a two-month siege and a battle with the Ottoman Turks. At the last minute, they were relieved by an army led by the King of Poland John Sobieski, with a combined army that included the Habsburg Monarchy, the Polish-Lithuanian...

This true story of a priest in the American colonial period will inspire young readers to learn more about our religious and patriotic roots. While stationed in Pennsylvania, Father Farmer is assigned to meet the needs of the Catholics in the colony of...

It is the school summer holidays of 2001. Holly, 12, and her sister Beth, 9, are in their Brighton beach hut one day when there is a knock at the door. Marjorie, the little girl they meet, is somehow different, strange. But very soon a friendship...

Through the story of Hanno, a boy of Carthage, we gain insight into the Carthaginians, a nation of sea-farers and traders, who amassed so much wealth and power that they became Rome's arch enemy. We follow Hanno on a voyage to the Tin Islands and the...

Through the story of Marcus and his growth to manhood in the closing days of the Roman Republic, we discover much about life and customs in ancient Rome. We accompany Marcus as he learns his lessons in school, joins his father on a trip to the Senate,...

The story of Nearchus, who comes as a page to the court of King Philip of Macedon, where he befriends the young Alexander the Great. In company with other boys, Nearchus and Alexander divide their time between lessons, and gymnastic and military drill...

Madge Allerton: A Story is a novel written by Annie Cazenove and published in 1882. The book follows the life of Madge Allerton, a young woman who grows up in a wealthy family in England. Madge is a kind and compassionate person who is loved by everyone...

Silver Sandals is a novel written by Clinton Holland Stagg and published in 1916. The story revolves around a young woman named Ruth, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman. Ruth is engaged to a man named Arthur, but she finds herself drawn to a...

Romulus is a historical fiction novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1901. The story is set in ancient Rome and centers around the legendary founder of Rome, Romulus. The novel follows Romulus from his birth and childhood to his rise as a...

Princess is a novel written by Mary Greenway McClelland and originally published in 1886. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Princess, who is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner in the American South. Despite her privileged...

The First Shearing is a novel written by Marie Batterham Lindesay and published in 1904. The story is set in rural Australia and follows the life of a young girl named Doreen, who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle on their sheep farm after her...

Jimmy Kirkland of the Shasta Boys' Team is a novel written by Hugh S. Fullerton and first published in 1915. The story revolves around a group of boys from the Shasta Club who form a baseball team and compete against other teams in their town. Jimmy...

The Bailey Twins And The Rest Of The Family (1914) is a children's book written by Anna C. Chamberlain. The story revolves around the Bailey family, which consists of Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, their six children, and their dog, Tippy. The focus of the book is...

In a time of great danger and uncertainty, a village's greatest hope may lie with its children.The year is 1940, and in Great Britain, life is anything but normal. The cities are being bombarded with aerial assaults, and word has it that the German army...

Imagine you are on safari in Africa and, unbeknown to you during a magical eclipse in the Zambezi Valley, Panashe, an orphaned son of Africa, and Birrie the Kid goat, are born. Due to circumstances beyond her control, Grandmother-of-all-Grandmothers has...

""Our Secret Alliance"" is a historical fiction novel written by Cornelia Steketee Hulst and published in 1917. The story is set during World War I and follows the lives of two young girls, Ruth and Alice, who become friends despite their different...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

""Oh Dear! What Can The Matter Be? A Tale Of Churchill Wakes (1883)"" by Caroline Birley is a historical fiction novel set in the late 1800s in England. The story follows the lives of the people in the village of Churchill, particularly during the annual...

Old Herbert and Little Alice is a children's book published in 1849 by the American Sunday School Union Publisher. The story revolves around the relationship between an elderly man named Herbert and a young girl named Alice. Herbert, who is poor and...

Ned, The Barge Boy is a novel written by George Hewlett Sargent and first published in 1885. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ned who works on a barge that travels up and down the river Thames in England during the 19th century. Ned...

Mount Ephraim or The Change of Profession: A Tale for Youth is a novel written by Jane Kennedy and published in 1853. The story follows the life of a young man named Edward, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. Despite his privileged upbringing, Edward...

Mammy's Christmas Story is a heartwarming children's book originally published in 1868 by Moffat and Company. The story follows the beloved character of Mammy, an African American woman who works as a cook and caretaker for a wealthy family in the South...

Lisa Baillie's Journal (1875) is a novel written by Agnes Giberne. The book follows the story of Lisa Baillie, a young girl who keeps a diary of her life in the mid-19th century. Lisa is the daughter of a wealthy family and lives in a grand estate in the...

Lissie Linden And Her Mockingbird: For Little Boys And Little Girls is a children's book written by Mary Hughs and originally published in 1849. The story follows the adventures of Lissie, a young girl who befriends a mockingbird named Dickie. Together,...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Evenings With Grandpapa Or The Admiral On Shore: Naval Stories For Children is a book written by Jahleel Brenton and published in 1860. This book is a collection of short stories that are based on naval adventures and are intended for children. The...

Election Day (1832) is a historical fiction book published by the American Sunday School Union. The story is set in the United States during the presidential election of 1832. It follows the journey of two young boys, Tom and Harry, who come from...

Waiting On Destiny: A Story For Girls is a novel written by Hattie Tyng Griswold in 1889. The story revolves around a young girl named Destiny, who is orphaned at a young age and is forced to live with her harsh and unloving aunt. Destiny dreams of a...

The Refugees In Evergreen Village is a novel written by Alice B. Coolidge and published in 1918. The story is set in a small village called Evergreen, where a group of refugees from Europe arrives during World War I. The refugees are a diverse group of...

One Big Pop-Gun is the second book in a series written by Fanny, who is known as Aunt Fanny to her readers. This book was originally published in 1864 and tells the story of a young boy named Harry who receives a big pop-gun as a gift from his...

""Moral Views: Or The Telescope, For Children"" is a book written by Margaret Roberts in 1812. The book is a collection of short stories and moral lessons aimed at children. It is designed to teach children about virtue, morality, and good behavior...

Marshall's Christmas Box: A Juvenile Annual (1831) is a book written by Thomas Crofton Croker. It is a collection of short stories and poems aimed at children, originally published in the early 19th century. The book is named after the publisher, John...

Mary's Holiday Task is a children's book written by Georgina M. Moore in 1879. The story follows a young girl named Mary who is given a task by her teacher to perform an act of kindness during her summer vacation. Mary sets out on a journey to find...

Mary Anne's Career and Cousin Jack's Adventures is a novel written by Henry John Daniel in 1869. The story follows the lives of two cousins, Mary Anne and Jack, as they navigate their way through the challenges and opportunities of their respective...

Martha and Cupid is a novel written by Julie Mathilde Lippmann and first published in 1914. The book tells the story of Martha, a young woman who is struggling to find her place in the world. She is intelligent and ambitious, but her family and society...

Marjorie's Quest is a novel written by Jeanie Gould Lincoln and published in 1872. The story follows the life of Marjorie, a young girl who is determined to find her father, who disappeared when she was a baby. Marjorie's mother has died, leaving her in...

Marjorie In The Sunny South is a novel written by Alice Turner Curtis, first published in 1912. The story follows Marjorie, a young girl who travels from her home in the north to spend the winter with her aunt and uncle in Florida. Marjorie is excited to...

Marion Berkley: A Story For Girls is a novel written by Elizabeth Barker Comins and published in 1870. The book tells the story of Marion Berkley, a young girl who is forced to leave her comfortable life in the city and move to the countryside with her...

Marie Derville: A Story Of A French Boarding School is a novel written by Madame Guizot De Witt and published in 1873. The story takes place in a French boarding school and follows the life of a young girl named Marie Derville. Marie is an orphan who is...

""Little Will"" is a novel by Helen Shipton, first published in 1882. The story follows the life of a young boy named Will, who grows up in a small village in England. Will is an orphan, and his only family is his grandmother, who struggles to provide...

""Little Pollie: Or A Bunch Of Violets"" is a children's book written by Gertrude P. Dyer and published in 1885. The story follows Pollie, a young girl who lives in a small village with her family. One day, while on a walk, Pollie comes across a...

Little Hazel: The King�������s Messenger is a children's book written by Matilda Horsburgh and originally published in 1876. The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Hazel, who lives in a small village in medieval England. Hazel is chosen...

Little Andy's Legacy: Or For The Master's Sake is a religious book published by the Religious Tract Society in 1882. The book tells the story of a young boy named Andy who, despite his poverty and difficult circumstances, remains faithful to his...

Light On Little Graves is a book published by the American Sunday School Union in 1848. It is a collection of stories and poems about the deaths of children and the comfort that can be found in religion. The book is divided into sections, each of which...

Letters to Marco (1893) is a book written by George Dunlop Leslie, a prominent English artist and writer of the 19th century. The book is a collection of fictional letters written by a young girl named Dolly to her friend Marco, who is a young boy living...

Kai Venture is getting ready to go on his first flight. Kai's parents send him to the mysterious guest bedroom to get a suitcase when he stumbles upon something very special: an old suitcase that happens to be glowing. He does what any curious...

With friends, family, and the community gathered for a cookout full of fun, food, and laughter, Campbell is most excited for story time. Ms. Sarah, a major part of the community, is going to share her story about that historical day, Juneteenth. Follow...