World’s oldest Christian book on sale: what is Crosby-Schøyen Codex?
Explore the Crosby-Schøyen Codex, considered world’s oldest Christian book, sold at auction by Christie’s for over £3 million.
Jaipur Literature Festival 2024: identity, ageing, and AI
The Jaipur Literature Festival 2024 hosts discussions on identity, ageing, and AI at the British Library in London.
A Flat Place by Noreen Masud on trauma and its link to land – review
Noreen Masud explores flat landscapes as mirrors to her complex PTSD in “A Flat Place,” blending personal trauma and environmental metaphors.
What are the green poison books and how to tell if it has arsenic in it
Discover the hazards of arsenic in 19th-century green ‘poison’ books and learn how to identify potentially toxic covers.
Chinese science fiction history shapes Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’ influence
Explore the evolution of Chinese science fiction, from early translations to global acclaim with Netflix’s “3 Body Problem.”
HistFest 2024 highlights: gender, empire, and espionage
HistFest 2024 returns with a special appearance by Brian Cox and diverse historical sessions, promoting accessible history for all.
Anthropodermic bibliopegy: Harvard removes human skin book
Harvard Library removes human skin binding from a book, as we explore the term “Anthropodermic bibliopegy.”
Hannah Durkin: the Clotilda slave survivors and its lasting legacy – review
Hannah Durkin’s insightful examination of the Clotilda, the last known US slave ship, reveals the lasting impact of its captives on history.
Walter Scott Prize longlist: 13 books celebrating history
2024 Walter Scott Prize longlist announced, embracing global historical fiction, now managed by The Abbotsford Trust.
National Day of Mourning: 9 books that mark Thanksgiving origin
Books that explore the National Day of Mourning: its significance, history, and impact on Indigenous communities and American narratives.