An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Ian Mortimer
4 books referenced
Books by Ian Mortimer
Referenced in 1 episode
August 18, 2024
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Mentioned as another biography of Henry IV, described as 'very good, very readable' alongside the Given-Wilson academic study.
Referenced in 1 episode
April 06, 2023
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Explicitly mentioned as 'his book, Perfect King about Edward III' when discussing the significance of the Battle of Crécy, quoting Mortimer's analysis that the battle 'marks the advent of modern warfare' due to victory being obtained by projectile weaponry rather than hand-to-hand fighting.
Referenced in 1 episode
April 03, 2023
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Dominic references looking at Ian Mortimer's book while discussing Edward III's tournament equipment and personal armorial items.
Referenced in 1 episode
April 05, 2021
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Explicitly mentioned as books that Ian Mortimer writes - described as books that present history 'as though it's a guidebook' telling you where to stay and eat in various historical periods