Wolfson History Prize
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The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
is the most prestigious history writing prize in the UK.
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The winner of the
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 is⦠Hannah Durkin for 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade'.
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A big congratulations to Hannah!
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Step back into Tudor England this Easter weekend.
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is hosting Tudors: Life, Falconry and Folk from 3 - 6 April. See Tudor re-enactors replicating everyday life in the period, including the ancient noble sport of falconry. Find out more at the link below.ā¬ļø
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Tudors: Life, Falconry and Folk ā Chiltern Open Air Museum
An immersive and engaging living history experience for all ages with falconry displays and demonstrations of Tudor life.
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#DidYouKnow
Britain recruited thousands of nurses from the Commonwealth after WWII? In the 2024
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
shortlisted book 'Our NHS: A History of Britainās Best-Loved Institutionā, Andrew Seaton brings together an engaging account of the institution. ā¬ļø
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Our NHS: A History of Britain's Best-Loved Institution- The Wolfson History Prize
Shortlisted for the 2024 Wolfson History Prize, Our NHS is an engaging, inclusive history of the NHS, exploring its surprising survival ā and the people who have kept it running.
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Looking for something to listen to on your commute? The Authors of History Podcast interviewed 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winner Hannah Durkin, and shortlisted authors
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and Helen Castor. Listen at the link below. ā¬ļø
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Authors of History Podcast
A podcast for history book lovers everywhere
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#DidYouKnow
that King Richard II was only 10 years old when he inherited the throne? In the 2025
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shortlisted book 'The Eagle and the Hart: The Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IV', Helen Castor explores how Richardās youth shaped events that followed.ā¬ļø
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The Eagle and the Hart: The Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IV
Shortlisted for the 2025 Wolfson History Prize, The Eagle and the Hart chronicles the lives and reigns of Richard II and Henry IV, two cousins whose rivalry brought their nation to the brink of disint...
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#DidYouKnow
that the last time England was successfully invaded was 1066? For the first time since it was made, the Bayeux Tapestry is returning to England. This 70-metre tapestry provides a profound insight into 11th century life. To learn more, visit the link below. ā¬ļø
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#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winner and judge Diarmaid MacCulloch is taking part in the discussion 'Sex and the Church and the Scandal in Kƶnigsberg' at @oxfordlitfest on 23 March. Learn more below. ā¬ļø
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Sex and the Church and the Scandal in Kƶnigsberg | Oxford Literary Festival
Diarmaid MacCulloch and Christopher Clark Chaired by Jane Shaw - Sex and the Church and the Scandal in Kƶnigsberg
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Weāre excited to announce that, leading up to the 2026 Wolfson History Prize shortlist announcement, weāll be giving away a book each month from the 2025 shortlist. Follow us at
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Thank you to everyone who entered our giveaway! Congratulations to the winner, we hope you enjoy reading the 2025
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shortlist.
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On
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, weāre celebrating the power of history to deepen our understanding of yesterday and respond to the present. Dive into the stories that have shaped our world and explore our curated collection of winning and shortlisted titles on our @bookshop_org_UK page. š
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Wolfson History Prize Bookshop UK
TheĀ Wolfson History PrizeĀ is the UKās most prestigious history writing prize. A key date in the literary calendar, itĀ celebrates the best historical writing being produced in the UK, reflecting both r...
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It's competition time! š We're giving away an entire set of the 2025
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shortlist. For a chance to win, you must: 1) Follow us on Bluesky 2) Like and reshare this post on Bluesky Entries close 13/03/2026 10AM GMT. UK only.
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#DidYouKnow
that women have been doing detective work for centuries? In the 2025
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shortlisted book 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective', alumna
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explores the morally ambiguous work of real women detectives.ā¬ļø
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The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective - The Wolfson History Prize
Shortlisted for the 2025 Wolfson History Prize, The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective explores the lives and work of Victorian women detectives.
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#OTD
in 1455 many believe that the first European book was printed using moveable metal type. Learn more about the human relationship to books in 2023
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
alumna Emma Smith's āPortable Magic: A History of Books and Their Readersā.ā¬ļø
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Portable Magic: A History of Books and their Readers - The Wolfson History Prize shortlist 2023
Shortlisted for the 2023 Wolfson History Prize, Portable Magic is an excitingly revisionist history of bibliophilia from the author Emma Smith.
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#DidYouKnow
that seabirds formed a significant part of the St Kildan diet? Discover more about the island and its inhabitants in 2025
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shortlisted author Andrew Fleming's book 'The Gravity of Feathers: Fame, Fortune and the Story of St Kilda'.ā¬ļø
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The Gravity of Feathers: Fame, Fortune and the Story of St Kilda - The Wolfson History Prize
Shortlisted for the 2025 Wolfson History Prize, The Gravity of Feathers tells the absorbing and eventful story of St Kilda from earliest times, up to the evacuation and its aftermath.
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Looking for history book recommendations from your favourite historians? Our
@bookshop-org-uk.bsky.social
page has over 30 lists curated by some of the UK's best authors of history. Happy reading.ā¬ļø
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Wolfson History Prize Bookshop UK
TheĀ Wolfson History PrizeĀ is the UKās most prestigious history writing prize. A key date in the literary calendar, itĀ celebrates the best historical writing being produced in the UK, reflecting both r...
https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/wolfsonhistoryprize
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#OTD
in 1945 the bombing of Dresden began. 2023
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
Ā winning book āResistance: The Underground War in Europe, 1939-1945ā² by Halik Kochanski is a haunting account of this period in history. Read more below.ā¬ļø
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Resistance: The Underground War in Europe 1939-45 - The Wolfson History Prize shortlist 2023
Shortlisted for the 2023 Wolfson History Prize, Resistance is a sweeping, original history of occupation and resistance in war-torn Europe.
https://www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/past-winners/2023-winners/resistance/
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Want to engage in panel discussions with some of the world's best historians, but not ready to brave the cold? The Gloucester History Festival Winter Warmer digital festival is on until 11 February. Learn more.ā¬ļø
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Winter Warmer Digital Festival 26 - Gloucester History Festival
https://www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/winter-warmer-digital-festival-2026/
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#OTD
in 1952, Queen Elizabeth ā ” acceded to the throne, marking the beginning of a transformational reign for the UK. Curious to learn more? 2002
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winner Jerry White explores this period in 'London in the Twentieth Century: A City and Its People'.ā¬ļø
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London in the Twentieth Century - The 2002 Wolfson History Prize Winner
In 1901 no other city matched London in size, wealth and grandeur. Yet it was also a city where poverty and disease were rife.
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English classicist, ancient historian and
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winner, Robin Lane Fox will be speaking at this year's Lahore Literary Festival running from 6 - 8 February. You can find more information on their website below. ā¬ļø
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Lahore Literary Festival
Official website of South Asia's premier literary festival
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#OTD
in 1649 Charles I was executed during the crisis-ridden 17th century. Curious to learn more?
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2022 winning book 'Devil Land: England Under Siege, 1588ā1688' by Clare Jackson details this era. Read about the book at the link below. ā¬ļø
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'Devil-Land' - The Wolfson History Prize shortlist 2022
'Devil-Land: England Under Siege, 1588-1688' by Clare Jackson tells the story of a nation in a state of near continual crisis.
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Held every year on the last Tuesday in January, The Fire Festival in Shetland burns a replica Viking longship. Learn more about Viking history in
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
shortlisted book 'Embers of the Hands: Hidden Histories of the Viking Age' by Eleanor Barraclough. Read more here ā¬ļø
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Embers of the Hands: Hidden Histories of the Viking Age - The Wolfson History Prize
Shortlisted for the 2025 Wolfson History Prize, 'Embers of the Hands' is a history of the Viking Age told through the everyday objects of ordinary people.
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We are deeply saddened by the death of David Abulafia, winner of the 2020 Wolfson History Prize for āThe Boundless Sea: A Human History of the Oceansā. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and readers.
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#OTD
in 1901 Queen Victoria died after a reign of almost 64 years.
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2019 shortlisted author Miles Taylor explores her complex involvement with India and her impact on the country in his book āEmpress: Queen Victoria and Indiaā. Learn more below. ā¬ļø
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Empress - The 2019 Wolfson History Prize Shortlist
In this engaging and controversial book, Miles Taylor shows how both Victoria and Albert were spellbound by India, and argues that the Queen was humanely, intelligently, and passionately involved with...
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Submissions for the
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2026 close today. ā¬ļø
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How to submit
Information about how to submit books for the Wolfson History Prize. Publishers are invited to submit catalogues for consideration by the judges.
https://www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/how-to-submit/
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The Gloucester History Festival Winter Warmer digital festival is on until 11 February. From hidden Vikings to the history of magic, enjoy 50 broadcasted events this winter. Learn more. ā¬ļø
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This is your gentle reminder that submissions for the
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2026 are open for one more week, closing on 19 January 2026. ā¬ļø
www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/...
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How to submit
Information about how to submit books for the Wolfson History Prize. Publishers are invited to submit catalogues for consideration by the judges.
https://www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/how-to-submit/
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15-Minute Book Club
3 months ago
Sherlock who? Sarah Lodge brings to life women who brought justice to Victorian streets and found their way into the art! Can she convince you to buy her Wolfson Prize nominated book in 15 minutes?
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The 2026
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
is open to submissions from publishers from 9 December 2025 ā 19 January 2026. The Wolfson History Prize is the most valuable history writing prize in the UK. Find out more. ā¬ļø
www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/
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Submissions - Eligibility and rules of entry
Eligibility and rules of entry for the Wolfson History Prize, the UK's most prestigious history-writing prize.
https://www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/
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Looking for history book recommendations? Explore
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 winner Hannah Durkin's favourite historical non-fiction books on our
@bookshop.org
pageā¬ļøš
uk.bookshop.org/lists/hannah...
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Hannah Durkin's favourite historical non-fiction books
Howard French, Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World WarThis is a book that fundamentally challenges Eurocentric histories and centres Afric...
https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/hannah-durkin-s-favourite-historical-non-fiction-books
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A reminder that submissions for the Wolfson History Prize 2026 are open from 9 December 2025 to 19 January 2026.
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Did you know that the 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
shortlist and winning book are available on our
@bookshop-org-uk.bsky.social
page? Make a head start on your winter reading list by browsing now. ā¬ļø Https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/wolfson-history-prize-shortlist-2025
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The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 was awarded to Hannah Durkin during a ceremony on Tuesday 2 December. Click below to find out more about Hannah and her winning book
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Looking for the perfect festive gift for a history fan? Explore books from
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winners & shortlisted authors on
@blackwells.bsky.social
Browse now:
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"This searing book conveys the survivors' sufferings and remarkable resilience, bringing to life their personal stories" The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
judges on why they awarded the 2025 prize to Hannah Durkin's 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade'.
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This festive season, why not give the gift of a literary adventure through history? Explore the incredible books from this year's
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winners & shortlisted authors on
@waterstones.bsky.social
. Perfect for history lovers on your list. ā¬ļø Browse now:
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The Wolfson History Prize | Waterstones
Buy The Wolfson History Prize books from Waterstones.com today. Find our best selection and offers online, with FREE Click & Collect or UK delivery.
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The 2026
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
is open for submissions from publishers from 9 December 2025 ā 19 January 2026. The prize recognises work reflecting both readability for a general audience and the highest quality writing and research. Find out more. ā¬ļø
www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/
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Submissions - Eligibility and rules of entry
Eligibility and rules of entry for the Wolfson History Prize, the UK's most prestigious history-writing prize.
https://www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/
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Congratulations once again to the six shortlisted authors for the 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
. šEleanor Barraclough šHelen Castor š
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šHannah Durkin šAndrew Fleming š
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Dr Miranda Kaufmann
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Delighted to be there for this exciting announcement! Congratulations to Hannah Durkin. š„š„š„
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Congratulations once again to this year's brilliant shortlisted authors: Eleanor Barraclough,
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, Helen Castor, Hannah Durkin and Andrew Fleming.
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And that's a wrap! Congratulations to the winner of the 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
, Hannah Durkin.
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Hannah Durkin shares a few words about winning the 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
for her title 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade'.
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The winner of the
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 is⦠Hannah Durkin for 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade'.
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A big congratulations to Hannah!
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Welcoming to the stage
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
judge Sudhir Hazareesingh, who won the prize in 2021. Sudhir will have the pleasure of announcing the winner of this year's prize.
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Next up is
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
chair of judges David Cannadine, acclaimed historian, introducing the 2025 shortlist.
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Tonightās event begins with Paul Ramsbottom, chief exec of the Wolfson Foundation, welcoming guests. The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
, run by the Wolfson Foundation, awards £5,000 to each shortlisted author and £50,000 to the overall winner.
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The stage is set for the 2025
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
winner announcement! Tonight, we celebrate this yearās exceptional shortlist before revealing the highly anticipated winner. Stay tuned for live updates right here at
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This evening, the winner of the
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 will be announced live! Join us in celebrating outstanding history. We will be posting live from the winner ceremony, so make sure you're following
@wolfsonhistory.bsky.social
and
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
for live updates throughout the night.
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The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 winner will be announced tomorrow! Don't forget to let us know which book you would like to see win. Follow tomorrow's live winner announcement on
@wolfsonhistory.bsky.social
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The
#WolfsonHistoryPrize
2025 winner will be announced on Tuesday 2 December. Previous winners include Joya Chatterji, Halik Kochanski, Amanda Vickery,
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, Simon Schama, Eric J. Hobsbawm, Antony Beevor, Christopher Bayly, Antonia Fraser and Mary Fulbrook.
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"How do you hold those huge swathes of grey in the stories that you tell about the past, and how do you tell them well?" Eleanor Barraclough explains the nuance behind 'Embers of the Hands: Hidden Histories of the Viking Age'
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"I want to know what it was like to live in those multicultural societies at different points in time."
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on his approach to writing 'Multicultural Britain: A Peopleās History'
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