A history of tomb-raiders in Egypt since antiquity.

One of France's most high-profile writers and a Nobel Prize-winner, Albert Camus experienced both public adulation and acrimonious rejection during his career, which was cut short by a fatal car accident in 1960. Edward J. Hughes unravels the life of a complex personality whose work and stance were the subjects of intense interest and scrutiny.

A fresh reading of Aldus Manutius, perhaps the greatest figure in the history of the printed book.

A unique approach to maps, exploring how they have shaped society and culture.

A bold reimagining of the life and work of Archimedes of Syracuse.

A beautifully illustrated account of medieval falconry, both in the East and West.

A fascinating look at the Anglo-Saxons' obsession with monsters.

An investigation of the life and world of Bede, 'the father of English history'.