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.⬇️ uk.bookshop.org/shop/wolfson...

#OTD in 1945 the bombing of Dresden began. 2023 #WolfsonHistoryPrize winning book ‘Resistance: The Underground War in Europe, 1939-1945′ by Halik Kochanski is a haunting account of this period in history. Read more below.⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/past-winners...

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.⬇️ www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/winter-warme...

#OTD in 1952, Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ 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'.⬇️ bit.ly/4qY1s6f

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. ⬇️ lahorelitfest.org

#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, 1588–1688' by Clare Jackson details this era. Read about the book at the link below. ⬇️ bit.ly/3MqW6kB

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 ⬇️ bit.ly/4pqCFXI

We are deeply saddened by the death of David Abulafia, winner of the 2020 Wolfson History Prize for ‘The Boundless Sea: A Human History of the Oceans’. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and readers.

#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 ‘Empress: Queen Victoria and India’. Learn more below. ⬇️ bit.ly/44tvlT1

Submissions for the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2026 close today. ⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/...

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. ⬇️ www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/winter-warme...

This is your gentle reminder that submissions for the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2026 are open for one more week, closing on 19 January 2026. ⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/...

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? @alexchurchill.bsky.social @boneyabroad.com Watch: tinyurl.com/45dxf4ut Listen: tinyurl.com/yc847v3r

The 2026 #WolfsonHistoryPrize is open to submissions from publishers from 9 December 2025 – 19 January 2026. The Wolfson History Prize is the most valuable history writing prize in the UK. Find out more. ⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/

Looking for history book recommendations? Explore #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 winner Hannah Durkin's favourite historical non-fiction books on our @bookshop.org page⬇️📚 uk.bookshop.org/lists/hannah...

A reminder that submissions for the Wolfson History Prize 2026 are open from 9 December 2025 to 19 January 2026.

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. ⬇️ Https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/wolfson-history-prize-shortlist-2025

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 @wmcollinsbooks.bsky.social.⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/past-winners...

Looking for the perfect festive gift for a history fan? Explore books from #WolfsonHistoryPrize winners & shortlisted authors on @blackwells.bsky.social Browse now: blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/col...

"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'.

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. ⬇️ Browse now: bit.ly/4p5N7Uj

The 2026 #WolfsonHistoryPrize is open for submissions from publishers from 9 December 2025 – 19 January 2026. The prize recognises work reflecting both readability for a general audience and the highest quality writing and research. Find out more. ⬇️ www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/submissions/

Congratulations once again to the six shortlisted authors for the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize. 📕Eleanor Barraclough 📕Helen Castor 📕 @kieranconnell.bsky.social 📕Hannah Durkin 📕Andrew Fleming 📕 @victoriandetective.bsky.social www.wolfsonhistoryprize.org.uk/past-winners...

Delighted to be there for this exciting announcement! Congratulations to Hannah Durkin. 🥂🥂🥂

Congratulations once again to this year's brilliant shortlisted authors: Eleanor Barraclough, @kieranconnell.bsky.social, @victoriandetective.bsky.social, Helen Castor, Hannah Durkin and Andrew Fleming.

And that's a wrap! Congratulations to the winner of the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize, Hannah Durkin. @wmcollinsbooks.bsky.social

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'. @wmcollinsbooks.bsky.social

The winner of the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 is… Hannah Durkin for 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade'. @wmcollinsbooks.bsky.social A big congratulations to Hannah!

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.

Next up is #WolfsonHistoryPrize chair of judges David Cannadine, acclaimed historian, introducing the 2025 shortlist.

Tonight’s 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.

The stage is set for the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize winner announcement! Tonight, we celebrate this year’s exceptional shortlist before revealing the highly anticipated winner. Stay tuned for live updates right here at @wolfsonhistory.bsky.social

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.

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.

The #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 winner will be announced on Tuesday 2 December. Previous winners include Joya Chatterji, Halik Kochanski, Amanda Vickery, @wmarybeard.bsky.social, Simon Schama, Eric J. Hobsbawm, Antony Beevor, Christopher Bayly, Antonia Fraser and Mary Fulbrook.

"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' #WolfsonHistoryPrize. @profilebooks.bsky.social

"I want to know what it was like to live in those multicultural societies at different points in time." @kieranconnell.bsky.social on his approach to writing 'Multicultural Britain: A People’s History' #WolfsonHistoryPrize. @hurstpublishers.bsky.social

ONE WEEK to go until the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 winner is announced! Don't forget to follow the winner announcement on 2 December via @WolfsonHistory.

"I think history writing has always been important because it gives us such a good sense of perspective." Andrew Fleming on reconstructing the past in 'The Gravity of Feathers: Fame, Fortune and the Story of St Kilda' #WolfsonHistoryPrize.

"By bringing the past alive, history also helps to humanise and can help us to empathise." 'Survivors: The Lost Stories of the Last Captives of the Atlantic Slave Trade' by Hannah Durkin is shortlisted for the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize.

"History has never been more important than it is in the current moment." 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective' by @victoriandetective.bsky.social is shortlisted for the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize. @yalebooks.bsky.social

With the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 winner announced in 2 weeks, we will be releasing six exclusive videos spotlighting each of our shortlisted authors. First up, in our video spotlight, Helen Castor introduces 'The Eagle and the Hart: The Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IV'.

Just two weeks until the announcement of the #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 winner. Don't forget to follow the winner announcement on 2 December on @wolfsonhistory.bsky.social!

"Why had the character of the professional Victorian female detective suddenly materialised, then vanished?" Read an extract from Sara Lodge's (@victoriandetective.bsky.social) #WolfsonHistoryPrize shortlisted book 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective'.⬇️ bit.ly/4oJC6rr

Looking for some new reading inspiration? You can explore #WolfsonHistoryPrize shortlisted author Sara Lodge's favourite historical non-fiction picks. See her selection on our @bookshop_org_UK page.⬇️ uk.bookshop.org/lists/sara-l...

"An innovative exploration of the roles of women working in policing and private agencies." The #WolfsonHistoryPrize judges on why they have shortlisted 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective' by Sara Lodge (@victoriandetective.bsky.social) for the 2025 Wolfson History Prize.

"If we don't look hard at history, we're like kids who prefer to believe the stork delivered them." Sara Lodge (@victoriandetective.bsky.social) the 2025 #WolfsonHistoryPrize shortlisted author, on how history shapes the world. Learn more about Sara Lodge in our interview.⬇️ bit.ly/3L1Cm6C

In the lead up to the #WolfsonHistoryPrize winner announcement next month, we are shining a light on each of the shortlisted books. This week, Sara Lodge's (@victoriandetective.bsky.social) 'The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective' takes the spotlight @yalebooks.bsky.social.

"These fragments of a long-dead volcano have inspired more literature than any other rural locality I can think of." Read an extract from Andrew Fleming's #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 shortlisted book 'The Gravity of Feathers' on our website.⬇️ bit.ly/4qBmcB6

Eager to add more women’s history, science, medicine and religion to your reading list? Explore acclaimed historian and #WolfsonHistoryPrize 2025 judge Helen King’s #BookloverSpotlight shortlist with @Bookshop_org_UK below. bit.ly/3WDpJRJ