Alexander Lee’s biography is a great foray into the magnificent life and times of Machiavelli — the father of modern political philosophy
Roger Crowley’s new book on the fall of Acre will appeal to history enthusiasts and generalists alike
In his new book, Justin Marozzi explores the rise and fall of major cities that shaped the cultural and social aspects of various Islamic empires
Jonathan Philips’s engaging biography redraws the achievements, shortcomings and weaknesses Saladin exhibited during his historic reign
Dalrymple’s commanding account of how Britain’s East India Company conquered and looted India
