From the Publisher
Pen and Sword Books Ltd was set up in 1990 to publish non-fiction history books, covering all areas of history from the ancient past to recent history. We have 7000 titles currently in print and publish up to 500 new titles every year in all formats including audio books. These can all be viewed and ordered via our website, pen-and-sword.co.uk.
We cover all areas of history including family and social history and have specialist areas of focus which include trains, planes and maritime and military history. Medieval and more recent royal histories now also form an important part of the list as does true crime and the ancient world.
We aim to uncover and reveal new aspects of history that have been hidden or forgotten. We have worked recently to promote women’s history and championing heroes from the past. We specialise in first-hand accounts and our strap line is “Bringing you closer to the past”.
New projects and proposals for books are always welcomed and can be submitted via our website.
Articles




In February 1272 Roger Godberd, a notorious outlaw, was hunted down and captured by Reynold Grey, High Sheriff of Nottingham. He was held in prison for four years and finally stood trial at Newgate in April 1276.
Godberd’s background is somewhat obscure. Born in c.1220, he held the manor of Swannington in Leicestershire from