A brand-new history of the 14th and 15th century conflicts between England and France – original in approach and radical in its conclusions – that significantly broadens traditional narratives of the events historians have collectively labelled the Hundred Years War.

Based on the online blogs of acclaimed historian and author Ada Palmer, Inventing the Renaissance provides a fresh perspective on what makes this period one of the most captivating and unique parts of European history.

A spectacular, vivid, ground-breaking work of history which takes us into the mind and lives of medieval woman.

A panoramic history of the arrival of the Stuarts, and how the reign of King James I saw England reach new corners of the globe.

A masterful account of how war and insecurity, both real and perceived, have driven Russia’s destiny for centuries, including the disastrous invasion of Ukraine.

An ambitious, authoritative history of the Roman Catholic Church in the modern age.

A timely and controversial examination of thirty years of diplomatic misunderstandings, roads not taken and mutual suspicion that resulted in the terrible tragedy of Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine.

A spectacular, vivid, groundbreaking work of history which takes us into the mind and lives of medieval women.

An original and informative look at Russia's thousand-year past, tracing the forces and the myths that have shaped Putin's politics.

A fascinating and beautifully illustrated journey across the world and through the centuries in search of the sea monster.