How Has Gandhi Influenced Indian History Since His Death?
Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948. As India has changed, so has his place in its history.
History Today
How to Revive Wassailing
Ancient traditions such as wassailing can be an inspiration rather than a burden for the communities that embrace them.
‘In the Shadow of Quetzalcoatl’ by Merilee Grindle review
In the Shadow of Quetzalcoatl: Zelia Nuttall & the Search for Mexico’s Ancient Civilizations by Merilee Grindle depicts a woman ahead of her time, yet very much a product of it.
The Scandalous Success of the Daily Mail
In January 1944 the Daily Mail became the first transoceanic newspaper, having transformed the relationship between politics, the press and the people. How powerful is it really?
History Today Review of the Year
A selection of the best writing from History Today’s last 12 issues, offering historical perspectives on 2023.
On the Spot: Chris Clark
‘Which moment would I most like to go back to? I would prefer to stay in the present, thank you.’
‘Theoderic the Great’ by Hans-Ulrich Wiemer review
In Theoderic the Great: King of Goths, Ruler of Romans, Hans-Ulrich Wiemer fully reinforces his vision of Theoderic as a man grappling with challenges which still confront us today.
‘The Life & Death of States’ and ‘Vienna’ reviews
New books by Natasha Wheatley and Richard Cockett explain how for all its apparent anachronism the Hapsburg empire, and its capital, shaped the modern world.
Byzantine Bishops at War with Women
Early Christianity brought new opportunities for Roman and Byzantine women – it also brought new reasons to vilify them.
Medieval Icelandic Feasts
In the Icelandic sagas communal feasting served as cornerstone of celebration. A thousand years on, these cautionary tales still offer sage advice for the Yule festivities.