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Superb history books released recently
The Middle Sea: A History of the MediterraneanThe Middle Sea: A History of the Mediterranean by John Julius Norwich
Buy used from: £19.87
The new Norwich
Sea of Faith: Islam and Christianity in the Medieval Mediterranean WorldSea of Faith: Islam and Christianity in the Medieval Mediterranean World by Stephen O'Shea
Buy new: £17.00 / Used from: £2.43
The author of the Perfect Heresy tackles a broader subject
Tamerlane: Sword of Islam, Conqueror of the WorldTamerlane: Sword of Islam, Conqueror of the World by Justin Marozzi
Buy new: £6.99 / Used from: £4.27
The best book on Tamerlane yet, rivetting.
The Trojan War: A New HistoryThe Trojan War: A New History by Barry Strauss
Buy used from: £1.78
Stunning if a little slight.
Persian Fire: The First World Empire, Battle for the WestPersian Fire: The First World Empire, Battle for the West by Tom Holland
Buy used from: £3.50
Holland's masterpiece about a very interesting period. Interesting read what with the movie "300" coming up as well.
Armageddon: The Battle for Germany 1944-45Armageddon: The Battle for Germany 1944-45 by Max Hastings Sir
Buy new: £6.96 / Used from: £1.82
A tremendous book, widely hailed as one of the best books on WWII.