How Jenny Geddes Sparked a Rebellion in 17th-Century Scotland
The street seller caused a commotion in church.
7 Books About Paganism to Shed Light on the Ancient World
Look beyond mainstream religion to find fascinating insights into our cultural past.
5 Historical Mystics Who Embraced Occultism
These leaders looked outside science and established religion for answers.
How Miscommunication and Mass Hysteria Caused the Utah War
This little-known confrontation turned deadly.
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The Witch: Tracing the History of Fear and Allegations of Black Magic
A historian examines how different cultures have perceived witchcraft, from ancient times to today.
The Taiping Rebellion and Hong Xiuquan, Self-Proclaimed Younger Brother of Jesus
He led the bloodiest civil war in world history.
The Last Witchcraft Trial in the U.S.
Nearly 200 years after the original Salem witch trials, the same town saw allegations resurface.
Olga of Kiev: A Ruthless Ruler and Ukrainian Saint
She remains a symbol of strength and fortitude for the Ukrainian people.
The Cult of the Supreme Being: A New Religion in Revolutionary France
The French Revolution left fertile ground for a new approach to religion.
The Sack of Rome Signaled the End of the High Renaissance...
... and a permanent split between Catholicism and budding Protestant religions.
Travel to an Unexplored Moment in History with A Man at Arms
Steven Pressfield's latest historical novel investigates the years after the death of Jesus.
The Fascinating Folklore Origins of Santa Claus
We’ve all heard of the jolly gift-giver—but how did he come to be synonymous with Christmas?
10 Must-Read Books About the Crusades
The Crusades, although the most defining conflicts of the medieval era, are often misunderstood. These books illuminate their true nature.
12 Christian History Books That Every World Scholar Should Read
No matter your religion or creed, these Christian history books will help you make sense of the world.
