The group of books listed, including Joshua, Judges, Ruth, Samuel 1, Samuel 2, Kings 1, Kings 2, Chronicles 1, Chronicles 2, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther, are all part of the historical books in the Bible. These books provide a narrative of the history of the Israelites, including the conquest of the Promised Land, the reign of various kings, and the return from exile. Therefore, the correct answer is "History."