History comes alive in these books from the Bethlehem Books Living History Library. Set in the backdrop of different time periods and sometimes real historical events, these novels give an authentic account of life, while teaching Christian virtues and life's lessons. Discover history through exciting tales of adventure, hardship and fun!

Once Upon A Time Saints Series - Includes 3 books: Once Upon A Time Saints, More Once Upon A Time Saints, and Around the Year Once Upon A Time Saints.

Once Upon A Time Saints - 1st in 3 book series. Saint biographies presented in the style of a fun children's tale.

More Once Upon A Time Saints - 2nd in a 3 book series. More biographies and stories of Saints presented in a playful manner!

Around the Year Once Upon A Time Saints - 3rd in a 3 book series. Many saint bio's presented chronologically throughout the year.

Bethlehem Science Book Set - Contains: Mystery of the Periodic Table, Archimedes and the Door to Science, and Galen and the Gateway to Medicine.

The Mystery of the Periodic Table - An educational journey through the ages and the discovery of elements.

Archimedes and the Door of Science - Discover the work of the ancient Greek mathematician.

Galen and the Gateway to Medicine - Learn about the life of the great Roman physician.

Augustine Came to Kent - A story set in the backdrop of the historical missionary journey to England.

Son of Charlemagne - The story of the great Emperor Charlemagne and his son Carl as Charlemagne prepares to hand over his kingdom.

Beorn the Proud - A boy learns lessons about Christian humility, during Viking raids of Ireland.

Red Falcons of Tremoine - A boy's upbringing provides him the virtues required to face his challenging early adulthood.

If All the Swords in England - A scribe witnesses events leading up to the infamous martyrdom of Thomas Becket.

Hidden Treasure of Glaston - A boy discovers legends and treasure, while living at an abbey.

Bethlehem Book Set for Boys - Set contains: Big John's Secret (1200's Europe), The Reb and the Redcoats (1780's England), and Enemy Brothers (1940's England).

Big John's Secret - Young Englishman, raised by surrogate parent, grows up to serve in 5th Crusade; meets Francis Assisi who helps him discover answers in his life.

Red Hugh, Prince of Donegal - Follow the exploits of the historical fighting prince in Ireland.

Madeleine Takes Command - Based on the true story of a young girl who defends a frontier fort from Indian attacks.

John Treegate's Musket - For mature teens. Fictional story of events during the Boston Massacre and early American War for Independence.

NEW! The Treegate Series (3 book set) - Includes: John Treegate's Musket (ages 14+), Peter Treegate's War, and Sea Captain from Salem.

NEW! Sea Captain from Salem - 3rd book in the Treegate Series. 'Peace of God Manly' takes on British war ships in the American War for Independence.

Becky Landers, Frontier Warrior - The adventures of a daring young girl, during the American War for Independence.

NEW! Peter Treegate's War - A son struggles to remain loyal to himself, his father, and his foster father during the American War for Independence.

The Reb and the Redcoats - The Revolutionary War through the eyes of a British family and their American prisoner.

NEW! The Five Bushel Farm Series - Series contains - Five Bushel Farm, The Fair American, and The Wonderful Day.

Five Bushel Farm - Pleasant tale of young boy who lives with many families as he awaits return of his father from travel on a ship.

The Fair American - The son of a French nobleman killed in the Revolution, boards a ship, faces adventure, and meets friends along the way.

The Wonderful Day - Follows "Five Bushel Farm' & "The Fair American". Adventures of three children on a horse ride for the day.

The Flying Ensign - 2 exciting adventure novels in 1 book! Ensign Peter Byrd, fellow English soldiers, go to Spain to help fight invasion by Napoleon's troops.

Brave Buffalo Fighter - 10yr old girl tells of adventures, and tackles moral and ethical issues, while traveling by wagon train from MO. to WY. in 1860.

NEW! Under a Changing Moon - Young adult Paula returns home after being away at convent boarding school. Adventures amidst family and Germany's changing politics.

Old Sam: Dakota Trotter - 10 year old Johnny, younger brother Lee, and friends - Jess and Levi, have a great time homesteading with a former race horse.

The Wind Blows Free - Pierce family of 7, relocates to Texas Panhandle - story told through perspective of oldest daughter, 15yr old Melinda, who adjusts to the move.

The Texas Panhandle Series - Includes the books: The Wind Blows Free, The Wide Horizon, and The Good Land.

The Wide Horizon - Life on Texas Panhandle, late 1800’s, as told by timid 15yr old, Katie Pierce, who's faced 5yrs of adventure here with family.

The Good Land - Fast-paced story about the Pierce's from perspective of youngest, 14yr old Carolyn, who learns her concern for others can make a difference.

Latsch Valley Farm Series - First Farm in the Valley, and Winding Valley Farm. Follows the lives of immigrant families in western Wisconsin.

First Farm in the Valley - Polish immigrant family life in western Wisconsin, late 1800s.

Winding Valley Farm - Warm security is to be found in a hardworking family rooted in faith and love.

The Fairchild Family Series - Set of 4: Happy Little Family, Schoolhouse in the Woods, Up and Down the River, and Schoolroom in the Parlor.

Fairchild Family Three Book Set - For those who have Schoolroom in the Parlor. Includes: Happy Little Family, Schoolhouse in the Woods, and Up and Down the River.

Happy Little Family - There's always something going on at the Fairchild family home! Simple values and good descriptive visuals.

Schoolhouse in the Woods - Enter into the mysteries of schoolroom learning and playground rites in a woodland setting of the early 1900s.

Up and Down the River - A story of a sisters selling things during the summer season in the lovely hills of Kentucky.

Schoolroom in the Parlor - School at home for children in the rugged Kentucky hills.

Schoolroom in the Parlor - School at home for children in the rugged Kentucky hills.

A Day on Skates - A teacher takes a class on a day long skating trip. Captures Dutch life as it was in early 20th century. This was a Newbery Honor Book in 1935.

NEW! Philomena - 12yr old girl finds adventure, friends, and pets, when sent on her own, traveling to go serve her aunt as a housemaid.

Bantry Bay Series - Series contains: The Cottage at Bantry Bay, Francie on the Run, and Pegeen. All authored by Hilda van Stockum.

The Cottage at Bantry Bay - Fun and adventure for a family in the Irish countryside.

Francie on the Run - Young boy, just had an operation, longs to see family, leaves hospital unannounced, finds meaningful adventure – going wrong way home on train.

Pegeen - Young boy Francie meets young girl Pegeen. Pegeen’s guardian dies, Francie’s family takes in Pegeen, who turns their world upside down!

Enemy Brothers - Discover brotherly love and the unbreakable bonds of family, during World War II.

The Winged Watchman - Courage and hope for a hidden Jewish boy in occupied Holland, during WWII.

The Mitchell Series - Series contains - The Mitchells: Five for Victory, Canadian Summer, and Friendly Gables. A great gift idea!

The Mitchells: Five for Victory - Humorous, delightful story of family life in U.S. during WWII. Father's off at war. Emphasis on sacrifice, and having fun despite little money.

Canadian Summer - Follow up to ‘The Mitchells’ - Moving to old house in woods brings dangers, quarrels, fun - and brings family into vivid characterization.

Friendly Gables - Follow up to 'Canadian Summer'. The Mitchell's settle in new home, struggle with relationships; twins are born, nurse moves in, money is tight.

The Borrowed House - A German girl learns life lessons and uncovers secrets, during World War II.

The Small War of Sergeant Donkey - A tale of courage for a boy in the mountains of Northern Italy, during WWII.

A Penny for a Hundred - A young American girl befriends a German prisoner, during WWII.

That Girl of Pierre's - Fast-paced story of young spunky heroine facing ravages of WWII, along with grandmother and younger brother, overcoming many adversities.

Sun Slower Sun Faster - Cecil (ie. Cecilia), and friends, find themselves transported to other times, in adventures highlighting dramatic events in Church history.

Alvin Fernald Trilogy - Contains: Alvin's Secret Code, Alvin Fernald:Foreign Trader, and Alvin Fernald:Mayor for a Day. All by Clifford B. Hicks.

Alvin's Secret Code - The 1st Alvin book. Two 12 year olds find a peculiar piece of paper in the gutter. It's in code! A tangled adventure begins.

Alvin Fernald, Foreign Trader - Young Alvin and some close friends find their summer vacation in Europe turned into exciting adventures involving industrial espionage!

Alvin Fernald, Mayor for a Day - As part of a class project, a town Mayor proposes to turn the city government over to the winner of a class election and his party for one full day.

NEW! The Kitchen Madonna - Two young children search for an Icon to give to their live-in cook, learning much in the process.

The Strange Intruder - The fast-paced adventure of a boy, a storm and a small island in danger.

Young Adventurer's 5 Book Set - Set contains: Red Falcon of Tremoine, Big John's Secret, The Reb and Redcoats, Enemy Brothers, and The Strange Intruder.

The Rose Round - At Manor home with adopted family, teen boy learns valuable lessons on faith, friends, family, and how people are often viewed by others.

Happy Times in Noisy Village - Tales of fun for kids in a rural Sweden farming community.