Margaret Brecknell
Margaret is a British freelance writer with a passion for history, sport and cats. After graduating from Manchester University further back than she cares to mention, she worked in stockbroking for many years. Now focusing on writing, her work has appeared in a wide range of different publications and her first local history book was published last year.
The Unusual Life of Jeffrey Hudson
A court jester who was kidnapped by pirates, and much more.
10 Books About Shakespeare
Gain a new perspective on The Bard.
Who Was Henry Hudson? Meet the Explorer Who Disappeared Under Mysterious Circumstances
He led four expeditions in four years.
Protecting the President: The History of the U.S. Secret Service
The agency's role has evolved over the centuries.
Before TikTok: 5 “Influencers” From Different Eras of History
These tastemakers influenced trends well before social media.
Hans Christian Andersen, the Danish Author of Over 150 Fairy Tales
From The Little Mermaid to The Ugly Duckling.
Christina of Sweden: A Unique and Accomplished Monarch
"It takes more courage to marry than to go to war."
The First American Women to Run for President
The history of women presidential candidates dates back to the 1870s.
11 Books About the Vibrant History of London
From Roman rule to the Tudor period and beyond.
The History of Churchill and the "V" Sign
The “V for Victory” campaign was introduced by the Allies to boost wartime morale.
From Alexander the Great to Marie Curie, Here Are the Best Biographies and Memoirs of 2024
Over the past year, these books stood out.
What Was the Counter-Reformation?
The Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation played an important role in European history.
The Mysterious Wartime Disappearance Of Music Icon Glenn Miller
The trombone player and conductor led one of the most successful bands of his era before he vanished.
Churchill and the Presidents: An Enduring Alliance
From 1900 to the postwar years, Churchill was acquainted with 11 US presidents.
8 Bittersweet Books About Armistice Day
With World War I's end came a reckoning and a chance to rebuild.
The Best Illustrated History Books
Discover unique illustrations, photographs, maps, and more.
8 New History Books Coming This Fall
Autumn 2024 has a great selection.
The Sinking of the Tudor Warship Mary Rose
The 16th-century ship was salvaged in 1982.
10 Pulitzer Prize-Winning History Books
Don't miss these exceptional reads.
9 Eye-Opening Books About Education
From the Lexington School for the Deaf to the evolution of American universities.
