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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.
Two Houses, Two Kingdoms: A History of France and England, 1100–1300
An exhilarating, accessible chronicle of the ruling families of France and England, showing how two dynasties formed one extraordinary story.
Empire of the Normans: Conquerors of Europe
A brilliant global history of the Normans, who—beyond the conquest of England—spread their empire to eventually dominate Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East.
The Old Bulgaria Museum Collection / Стара България Музейна Сбирка
This bilingual (English and Bulgarian), richly illustrated book presents a selection of finds from the Stara Bulgaria Collection,.
The Medieval Crossbow: A Weapon Fit to Kill a King
The crossbow is an iconic weapon of the Middle Ages and, alongside the longbow, one of the most effective ranged weapons of the pre-gunpowder era.
Medieval European Empires: Early Nations of Fifth-Century Europe to the Renaissance
This book will guide you through some of the most important events of the medieval era, the ones that truly helped shape the modern Europe that you know today. Expand your horizons and take a deep dive into this fascinating era with detailed explorations of mighty empires.
Greek Fire, Poison Arrows, & Scorpion Bombs: Unconventional Warfare in the Ancient World
Ancient warfare was every bit as vicious and unscrupulous as warfare in the nuclear age. The wars of the Middle Ages were no exception.
Renaissance Wisdom: How to Flourish in the Modern Day
Renaissance Wisdom: How to Flourish in the Modern Day is both teacher and guide of the Renaissance spirit and shows one how to unlock the full spirit of the Renaissance so that they may flourish in all the brilliance of the Renaissance age.
Holbein: Masters of Art
This introduction to the work of the 16th-century master portraitist Hans Holbein reveals the impressive and surprising scope of his career.
