In discussion with Gautam Hazarika, the author reflects on discovering the hidden wartime diary of his grandfather, Corporal Alwyn Day, a quiet and emotionally reserved veteran shaped by extraordinary experiences in World War II.
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Author Interviews
Building Britannia: A Conversation with Steven Parissien
The historian explains his use of architecture and landmarks in telling the story of Britain’s social and political history to author Paul Strathern.
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Fiction Book of the Month: Paul Bernardi on Blood Feud
A gritty, atmospheric tale of vengeance where a long-dormant feud erupts into brutal conflict in the shadow of the Norman Conquest.
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Members Behaving Badly: A Conversation with Debbie Kilroy
The historian discusses historical cases of MPs' misconduct and considers political ethics, leadership, and accountability across past and present.
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Empire’s Witness: An Interview with Philip James Day
In discussion with Gautam Hazarika, the author reflects on discovering the hidden wartime diary of his grandfather, Corporal Alwyn Day, a quiet and emotionally reserved veteran shaped by extraordinary experiences in World War II.
TUDOR LATEST INTERVIEW
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.
WW2 LATEST INTERVIEW
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
Building Britannia: A Conversation with Steven Parissien
The historian explains his use of architecture and landmarks in telling the story of Britain’s social and political history to author Paul Strathern.
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AoH Book Club: Matthew Parker on One Fine Day
The British Empire is at its height in the autumn of 1923 but also on the brink, dominance poised on the edge of decline – Matthew Parker discusses his global account with the Editor.
Retracing a Medieval Queen: Alice Loxton Interviewed
Alice Loxton
By walking the 200 miles of Eleanor of Castile’s final journey, the author provides a fresh lens on the queen, her death, medieval grief and memorial.
Tudors, Tyrants and Writing Jane Boleyn Afresh: An Interview with Philippa Gregory
Philippa Gregory
The bestselling historical novelist marks her return to the Tudor court in The Boleyn Traitor with a re-investigation into the life and motivations of the notorious lady-in-waiting and Henry VIII’s descent into despotism.
The Ripper Meets The Raj: Shylashri Shankar Interviewed
Shylashri Shankar
History’s most notorious unsolved case is transplanted to the Deccan, as the author sat down to discuss her debut work of fiction with Alan Bardos.
Fiona Forsyth Interview
The author discusses bringing Ovid’s exile to life and making a poet in crisis the centre of a Roman murder mystery.
Brian Williams
The author of a biography on Marshal Ney discusses the Napoleonic Wars and his historical influences
On Medea, Myths and Standing Up for the Classics: Natalie Haynes interviewed
Natalie Haynes
The broadcasting sensation discusses her persisting fascination with one of the Greek myth's most infamous characters, the protagonist of her latest novel, with author Fiona Forsyth.
Richard Foreman Interview
Richard Foreman on the Black Prince, Calais, and building the Men-At-Arms series.
Nathen Amin
The author and historian considers the 15th century and the rise of the Tudor dynasty.
Alan Bardos on Hunter Class
The author discusses the history and inspiration behind his new thriller as Daniel Nichols returns to join Ian Fleming’s 30 Commando.
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