British Periodicals provides access to digitized articles from British magazines and journals from the late 17th century to the early 20th century. It includes literature, philosophy, history, science, the arts, and more—offering a window into British culture and thought over time.
Best for:
History, English, Literature, Cultural Studies, and anyone researching historical perspectives or primary sources.
Why use it?
Access full-text historical British magazines and journals
Discover primary source material for essays and research
Explore trends in literature, politics, and society over time
Search Tips:
Use date filters to narrow to a specific century or historical period
Try topic searches like "Victorian literature" or "industrial revolution"
Use quotation marks for exact phrases, e.g., “women’s suffrage”