An exploration of the Minoans, from cultural sophistication to enduring legacy.
A sweeping, reflective history of how we’ve tried to understand the universe.
An elegant dissection of the fear of colour within Western art, architecture, literature and beyond.
A beguiling history of ten pathfinding women walkers.
Biscuits and Cookies explores the abundant history of this versatile snack.
In Coffee: A Global History, Jonathan Morris explains how the world acquired a taste for coffee, yet why coffee tastes so different throughout the world. Written in an engaging... Læs mere
A robust new account of the Vikings, which explores their fascination with heroic death.
A Philosophy of Loneliness explores the different kinds of loneliness, the philosophy of emotions, why some people are lonelier than others, and the psychological and social characteristics that dispose people to loneliness.
A first-hand account of life and conditions in Ukraine, since Crimea's annexation in 2014.
A culinary exploration of Rome, which expands to take in global civilization.
A profoundly enlightening look at loneliness in modern life.
The sadness, as well as the joy, of unexpected discoveries.