Christopher Hibbert

The name Borgia is synonymous with the corruption, nepotism and greed that were rife in Renaissance Italy. Hibbert removes the layers of myth around the Borgia family and creates a portrait alive with his superb sense of character and place.

To most English people George III is the king who went mad. In this book the author reassesses this remarkable man to explain why he was so widely loved by his subjects.

An entertaining biography of John and Sarah Churchill, the First Duke and Duchess of Marlborough. He became the greatest military commander of his generation, whilst she was a confidante of Queen Anne.

A fresh look at the remarkable character of Nelson; his friendships, both personal and political; his relationship with Sir William Hamilton; and his love affair with Hamilton’s wife.