Making History

Ancient Greek reflections on imperial power have unsettling resonance in the geopolitics of Donald Trump.

What makes a great History teacher? And why are the good ones so memorable?

When putting the Middle Ages on screen, drama is no substitute for the historical sources.

For those living on the Greek island of Ithaka, The Odyssey is written all around.

Pope Leo XIV’s choice of name reveals much about the direction of the Church.

The medieval era did not wallow in savage, ignorant darkness, despite what some would have us believe.

Unlike books and podcasts, lectures hold their audience captive – in person, at least.

The vagaries of palace politics are notoriously difficult to record. Historians should pay attention to rumour.

Pilgrimage is not meant to be easy, but it remains a popular pursuit – even for non-believers.

The best historical novels infer aspects of lives of which no trace remains. George Garnett starts awarding grades.