An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

Ian Mortimer

4 books referenced

Books by Ian Mortimer

The Fears of Henry IV

Referenced in 1 episode

485. Henry IV: The Usurper King (Part 1)

August 18, 2024

Context:

Mentioned as another biography of Henry IV, described as 'very good, very readable' alongside the Given-Wilson academic study.

Perfect King

Referenced in 1 episode

319: Hundred Years' War: Triumph of the Longbow (Part 2)

April 06, 2023

Context:

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.

The Perfect King

Referenced in 1 episode

318: Hundred Years' War: A Game of Thrones (Part 1)

April 03, 2023

Context:

Dominic references looking at Ian Mortimer's book while discussing Edward III's tournament equipment and personal armorial items.

The Time Traveller's Guide series

Referenced in 1 episode

40. History as Entertainment

April 05, 2021

Context:

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