History Today

Opium has been known and used for more than 7,000 years. A brilliantly researched and wide-ranging study brings its history up to date.

The story of the ‘mythical centre’ of French cuisine reflects the triumphs and tribulations of its people. 

A medieval myth with deep roots that captured the imagination of western Europe’s age of chivalry.

A history of medieval Iberia that reaches beyond simply a tale of Convivencia and Reconquista.

The national campaign for suffrage saw women forming societies from Land’s End to John O’Groats.

Blessed with beauty and wealth, California fails to come to terms with its past.

Three German-born princesses made important contributions to the art, medicine and science of Georgian Britain.

The rise and fall of José Luis Bustamante’s left-wing presidency.

The Athenian temple was partly destroyed on 26 September 1687.

Projects for a peaceful Europe go back centuries. Occasionally, they succeed – for a while at least.