From the heretic's fork to being eaten alive by insects, these grisly old torture methods prove that humans have always been brutal.

Like many armies, they played tricks on their enemies.

This wind instrument was designed to intimidate opponents.

Some of these structures are still standing, while others are lost to time.

Rebellion on land and the high seas.

Knowledge is power.

The Roman holiday was marked by religious observances before Julius Caesar's notorious murder.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating those who made great strides in the name of equality.

Was he a pioneer of archaeology or a con man who got lucky?

Step into the lives of the ancients. 

Descended from a Macedonian line of rulers, Cleopatra VII was the last queen of Egypt before it fell to Caesar Augustus.

Nine books illuminate China's rich history from its ancient roots to the modern People's Republic of China.

Cleopatra the Alchemist dabbled in an early branch of science.

Look beyond the fabled fiddle.

Start packing your bags.

These legends live on.

What were early humans like before the invention of writing?

This immersive new historical fiction novel explores the ancient world.

Steven Pressfield's latest historical novel investigates the years after the death of Jesus.

From brilliant victories to unpredictable military upsets, these conflicts stunned the ancient world.