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.
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
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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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.
Thomas Messel
The novelist discusses writing and his ancestor, Elizabeth Linley.
Love and Time Travel: Santa Montefiore Interviewed
Santa Montefiore
The bestselling author reflects on the artistic motivations and her creative approach behind the latest volume in her Timeslider trilogy.
Britain on the Brink of Invasion: Alex Gerlis Interviewed
Alex Gerlis
The author returns to discuss the latest instalment in The Double Agent series as the threat of Nazi Germany looms large.
AoH Book Club: Gretchen Friemann on The Treaty
Historian Gretchen Friemann considers long-running conflicts, peace processes and their legacies in discussing her 2021 book.
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