The historian explains to Michael Mccomb how railways evolved from wooden structures into modern transport systems, altering industry, commerce and society across Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Author Interviews
Assassins and Templars – Steve Tibble Interviewed
The historian sat down with author, Adam Staten, to discuss the myths, realities and enduring legend of the two medieval orders.
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Fiction Book of the Month: Jim Loughran on The Bratinsky Affair
A discussion of the people, places and history that inspired the author's debut, a thriller exploring exile, identity and the ties between Ireland and Russia.
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AoH Book Club: Steven Veerapen on The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I
In conversation with the Editor, the historian reflects on his mission to rescue England’s first Stuart king from centuries of caricature and revealing a politically astute monarch whose skills lay in image-making and peaceful governance.
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Assassins and Templars – Steve Tibble Interviewed
The historian sat down with author, Adam Staten, to discuss the myths, realities and enduring legend of the two medieval orders.
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The Seeker: S.G. MacLean Interview
S.G. MacLean is the creator of the Captain Damian Seeker series of novels set during the English Civil Wars. Interviewed by author and academic Steven Veerapen.
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AoH Book Club: Giles Milton on The Stalin Affair
The historian makes the case that the pragmatic partnership between Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin highlights how vital and difficult diplomacy and cooperation are then and today.
EDITOR’S CHOICE INTERVIEW
The Coming of the Railway – A Conversation with David Gwyn
The historian explains to Michael Mccomb how railways evolved from wooden structures into modern transport systems, altering industry, commerce and society across Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Mark Galeotti on Forged in War
Mark Galeotti
Political analyst and author Mark Galeotti discusses Russia's military history, from Crimea to Ukraine.
Alec Marsh on Cut and Run
The author returns to tell us about the latest book in his new series.
Fiction Book of the Month: Pirate Irwin on The Redeemed Detective
Pirate Irwin discusses the inspiration behind the latest novel in his bestselling series.
Goodnight Vienna, Jane Thynne Interview
Jane Thynne
In the first of a new series, bestselling author Jane Thynne discusses the city, the 1930s and the worrying times we’re now in.
England’s Alexander, Dan Jones on Henry V
Oliver Webb-Carter
The historian and novelist met with the editor to discuss the reign and legacy of Henry V.
Target Arnhem: John McKay Interviewed by Alan Bardos
Alan Bardos interviews John McKay about the WWII tale Target Arnhem and the blending of historical events with fiction.
Justin Kerr-Smiley on A Leap in the Dark
Justin Kerr-Smiley
The journalist and author reflects on the creation and approach behind his new novel.
Diana Mara Henry on I Am André
Diana Mara Henry
Journalist and author Diana Mara Henry discusses the story of ‘André’ Joseph Scheinmann and the process behind her new book.
Annie Dawid on Paradise Undone
Annie Dawid
Author Annie Dawid explores the challenges and complexities of writing her new book Paradise Undone.
Empire on the Mind: Mary Beard interviewed
One of Britain’s most prominent classicists met with historian Tessa Dunlop to discuss Emperor of Rome and more.
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