The author discusses his longstanding fascination with Roman Britain, the historical sources and archaeological evidence behind Boudica's Revolt, the challenges of bringing the Iceni and Romans to life through historical fiction.
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Author Interviews
The Country House at War – Judith S. Lewis Interviewed
The author discusses her book with Elizabeth Buchan and tells of a serendipitous discovery, wartime requisition, eviction, and the stories she uncovered in researching the experiences of the British upper classes during the Second World War.
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AoH Book Club: Barney White-Spunner on Nations in Arms
In conversation with the Editor, the historian reflects on the lessons of his book a year on, from historical military reform and the relationship between armies and society to the impact of Ukraine on modern warfare, and his fascination with Constantine the Great.
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Fiction Book of the Month: Karen Haden on Paying In Blood
The novelist talks about the real-life experiences behind her Alexander Baxby Mysteries, the resilience of ordinary people in early Stuart England, and the influence of espionage, religion and social upheaval on historical fiction.
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Stephen D. Owen on Iceni: The Year of Sacrifice
The author discusses his longstanding fascination with Roman Britain, the historical sources and archaeological evidence behind Boudica's Revolt, the challenges of bringing the Iceni and Romans to life through historical fiction.
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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
AoH Book Club: Barney White-Spunner on Nations in Arms
In conversation with the Editor, the historian reflects on the lessons of his book a year on, from historical military reform and the relationship between armies and society to the impact of Ukraine on modern warfare, and his fascination with Constantine the Great.
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Deborah Swift on The Shadow Network
Ruby Dalwood
The USA Today bestselling novelist talks about her latest World War Two set novel.
AoH Book Club: Iain MacGregor on Checkpoint Charlie
Iain MacGregor
The most famous gateway into East Berlin was at Checkpoint Charlie where travellers were warned they were leaving the American Sector. Historian Iain Macgregor wrote an acclaimed book and our editor caught up with him to talk about the iconic crossing.
Fiction Book of the Month: Ben Kane on Napoleon’s Spy
Ben met with our editor recently to discuss his latest book, historical fiction obsessives and duelling.
Steve Tibble on The Templars
Andrew Rollo
Medieval historian Andrew Rollo interviews the author of a new book on the Templars.
David Cairns on The Case Of The Wandering Corpse
Amy Chandler
The detective novelist discusses his latest.
Nicholas Orme on The History of England’s Cathedrals
Nicholas Orme
The acclaimed historian gives the lowdown on cathedrals and their importance in England.
Michael H. Kater on After the Nazis
Michael H. Kater
The acclaimed historian of 20th century Germany discusses his new book on culture in the FRG post-war.
Why the Middle Ages Matter: Ian Mortimer Interview
Ian Mortimer
Ian Mortimer is one of our foremost Medieval historians, and has written biographies Edward III, Roger Mortimer and Henry IV.
A Divided Kingdom: Robert Harris on Act of Oblivion
Oliver Webb-Carter
Our editor met Robert Harris to talk about his latest novel set in the aftermath of the fall of Cromwell.
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