A lavishly illustrated history of gloves around the world.
A new biography of pioneering medieval thinker and writer Christine de Pizan.
The first history of the misunderstood festival Halloween, and its current global popularity.
A rogues’ gallery of the worst leaders in military history.
Paul Baker's personal history of the infamous anti-gay ‘Section 28’ law.
A new account of the Inca, who in their heyday were at the pinnacle of South American civilization
The global history of coconut from its origin to its recent elevation to ‘super-food’ status.
The first comprehensive history in English of modern Japanese design.
An engaging history of the original Goths and their diverse legacy today.
A concise yet comprehensive survey of one of classical music’s most popular composers.
A new biography of the Italian Renaissance painter, poet and actor Salvator Rosa.
A sleazy, neon- and grease-stuffed chronicle of London’s 1972 music scene.