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Founder, Fighter, Saxon Queen: Aethelflaed, Lady of the Mercians
This book brings Aethelflaed’s world to life, from her childhood in time of war to her remarkable work as ruler of Mercia. The final chapter traces her legend, from medieval paintings to novels and contemporary art, illustrating the impact of a legacy that continues to be felt to this day.
The Lost King: The Search for Richard III
Written in alternating chapters, with Richard's 15th century life told by historian Michael Jones (author of the critically acclaimed Bosworth - 1485) contrasting with the 21st century eyewitness account of the search and discovery of the body by Philippa Langley, The Lost King will be both an extraordinary portrait of the last Plantagenet monarch and the inspiring story of the archaeological dig that finally brings the real King Richard III into the light of day.
The Fall of the House of Borgia
The Fall of the House of Borgia reveals the astounding brilliance of the Renaissance as well as ugly reality of Papal Rome. It should be essential reading for all looking for insight into the shadowy world of sixteenth century Italy and interested in finding out the truth of this remarkable family.
Tudor England: A History
Remarkable in its range and depth, Tudor England explores the many tensions of these turbulent years and presents a markedly different picture from the one we thought we knew.
Blood, Fire & Gold: The Story of Elizabeth I & Catherine de Medici
A brilliant and beautifully written deep dive into the complicated relationship between Elizabeth I and Catherine de Medici, two of the most powerful women in Renaissance Europe who shaped each other as profoundly as they shaped the course of history.
Queens of Jerusalem: The Women Who Dared to Rule
Exploring the role women played in the governing of the Middle East during periods of intense instability, and how they persevered to rule and seize greater power for themselves when the opportunity presented itself.
The Mongol Storm: Making and Breaking Empires in the Medieval Near East
This is the definitive history of the Mongol assault on the Near East and its enduring global consequences.
Celtic Warfare: From the Fifth Century BC to the First Century AD
An analyses of the different areas of the warlike Keltiké, from Britain to Gaul, from Spain to the Alpine region, with more than 120 black & white drawings of the archaeological finds and a number of original color artworks of these enigmatic warriors.
Papyrus: The Invention of Books in the Ancient World
A rich exploration of the importance of books and libraries in the ancient world that highlights how humanity’s obsession with the printed word has echoed throughout the ages.
Why Study the Middle Ages (Past Imperfect)
Relegating the Middle Ages to "primitive" distances us from close examination of what has not changed in society―or what has, which might not be for the better. Exploring and exploding these (mis)conceptions is essential to experience the benefits of a liberal education.
Winters in the World: A Journey through the Anglo-Saxon Year
Drawing on a wide variety of source material, including poetry, histories, and religious literature, this book investigates how the Anglo-Saxons felt about the annual passing of the seasons and the profound relationship they saw between human life and the rhythms of nature.
Dragons, Heroes, Myths & Magic: The Medieval Art of Storytelling
Some of literature’s most celebrated myths, legends and fables explored, retold and examined alongside the story of the books in which they are held.
