Did people in the Middle Ages really suffer from terrible teeth and foul breath? A closer look at medieval medical texts and hygiene practices reveals a more complex picture of dental care and everyday health.

Was the Byzantine defeat at Manzikert caused by betrayal or by poor decisions on the battlefield? George Theotokis re-examines the medieval chroniclers and the search for scapegoats after one of Byzantium’s most famous defeats.

A note on notes I am in Spain at the moment. But as usual, I am thinking of England.

Othon de Grandson was one of the leading household knights of Edward I of England. This biography traces Othon’s career, from his military service in Wales to his participation in crusading expeditions to the Near East and his later work as a diplomat in continental Europe.

A report from the Venetian ambassador sent to the court of Suleiman the Magnificent and returning in 1553. Background

How have video games reshaped our view of the Middle Ages? Discover ten ways gaming has transformed how we imagine medieval society, rulers, religion, and history.

Planning to visit the northeast corner of England and explore its many castles? This guide is your companion, now expanded to include over 500 entries.

David Bachrach on Charlemagne’s failed invasion of Spain in 777–778, a campaign that ended with the Frankish defeat at Roncevaux Pass and later inspired the Song of Roland.

This book attempts to recount the history of the small taifa state of Albarracín in Iberia. Unfortunately, it provides too few details to serve as a truly useful resource.

With 10% off cover price for subscribers You can now place orders for the Millennia Books special edition of my book The Plantagenets. Orders are expected to start shipping from May.

Discover 15 rebellions, conspiracies, and assassination plots against William the Conqueror, from his youth in Normandy to his reign as King of England.

New cover, signed, worldwide delivery, 10% discount... Pre-orders open this Saturday 28th February at 1pm GMT First off, some news. As reported this week in the books press, I have joined Millennia Books as co-owner/co-founder/general editorial face of the publishing house.