Powers and Thrones with Dan Jones
In the last decade or so, there’s been a rising tide of history books and articles that are written to meet the people where they are; public histories of the Middle Ages full of life and energy, that hook even more people and bring them into our world. This week on The Medieval Podcasr, Danièle speaks with a writer who does it better than maybe anyone else in the world today: Dan Jones.
A New History of the Middle Ages with Dan Jones
Dan Jones on what we mean by medieval, the use and misuse of the word medieval, and what we owe to the Middle Ages.
Crusaders with Dan Jones
Who were the men and women who took up the cross and journeyed to Holy Lands? Danièle speaks with Dan Jones about his latest book on crusaders and on why it’s important for historians to talk about the crusades today.
The Rise and Spectacular Fall of the Templars: An Interview with Dan Jones
Dan Jones gives us the scoop on his new Templar book, Knightfall, and what’s next up his sleeve.
Dan Jones and the Five-Minute Medievalist
Dan Jones on Magna Carta, Russell Crowe, Radiohead, and the brand-new book he’s just started working on.
Interview with Dan Jones, author of The Plantagenets: The Kings Who Made England
The Plantagenets: The Kings Who Made England, is being released in May 2012.
Battle of Shrewsbury documentary on History Hit
Dan Jones and Michael Livingston have teamed up to present a documentary telling the story of the Battle of Shrewsbury. You can watch it on History Hit.
New Medieval Books: Wolves of Winter
The second book in the Essex Dogs trilogy, the story of Loveday FitzTalbot and his fellow soldiers continues with them at the Siege of Calais (1346-7). It’s a tale of war told through the ordinary soldiers who had to fight it.
A Gift Guide for Medievalists
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are looking for gifts for the history lovers in our lives, or worthy historical causes to donate to. This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle shares some ideas for the medieval history enthusiasts on your list, no matter what your budget.
A Five-Minute Guide to the Cathars
Here is a quick, five-minute guide to one of the most popular spiritual movements of the Middle Ages.
Favourite Medieval Books from 2019
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle is joined by Peter Konieczny to talk about their favourite books on the Middle Ages that were published in 2019.
Books about the Middle Ages that are great reads
Looking for a book to read about the medieval world? On this week’s episode of The Medieval Podcast Danièle offers her picks for which books about the Middle Ages you should read.
One Year Anniversary of The Five-Minute Medievalist Book
I’m so excited to announce that this Thursday, April 6th, marks the first anniversary of my little book, The Five-Minute Medievalist!
Five Favourite Reads for Medievalists
I thought I’d share just a handful of my favourites that range from medieval-for-beginners to heavier academic stuff.
MEDIEVAL BOOKS: Black Friday!
Here are a few recent releases for medievalists hunting for Black Friday books and early Christmas gifts!
The Medieval Magazine: From Samhain to Halloween (Issue 39)
It’s our Halloween issue – we take a look at the medieval origins of the festival.
British Library brings all four Magna Carta manuscripts together for the first time in history
There are only four original Magna Carta documents from 1215 which survive. Two are kept at the British Library, one at Lincoln Cathedral…
REVIEW – The Plantagenets: The Kings Who Made England
Dan Jones is an acclaimed English historian and award winning journalist.