Fresh Perspectives on the Levellers
A convincing account of early modern political organisation gives voice to lesser-known figures.
A convincing account of early modern political organisation gives voice to lesser-known figures.
Two excellent studies highlight the commonality of gay and lesbian experience in Britain and Germany over the past century and a half.
A multi-authored and beautifully illustrated volume endeavours to find detailed answers to complex questions about modern Chinese history.
Deeply researched, thoughtfully considered and vividly written, this serious history of the violence of the English challenges assumptions and ill-considered assertions.
Although Britain is separated from France by a shared ‘sleeve’ of water, the Channel retains its power both as a border and a route to freedom.
The Oxford English Dictionary, a continuously evolving monument to a global language, now has a history of its own.
Chaos and crisis in over two millennia of French winemaking.
Though destined to become the standard work on Frederick I for decades to come, a new study of the German prince fails to illuminate what motivated his Italian campaigns.
An extensively researched, hard-hitting reassessment of British rule in India pulls no punches, but does not tell the whole story.