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Recommended by Paul Sullivan

Regular stories from the hidden corners of history. Histories uses the words of those who were there; The History of Things explores aspects of everyday life.

The Hare

By Andrew Chapman

Regular news about archaeology, folklore and landscape from Northern Earth, the journal of people, place and experience

The Hare packs loads of articles and references into each post. It’s an inbox must-have.

- Paul Sullivan

Looking Through the Past

By George Dillard

Illuminating forgotten corners of history and using them to think about the present

Helltorium

By It's Hell

Helltorium is a weird place, sectioned by an artfully inclined researcher. We have Greeks and Romans, Celts, WW2 RAF, Vampires, Tudors, Teutonic Knights, Mediumship and Victorian - take your pick, and don't forget your tea and crumpets.

It’s weird, diverse, always entertaining.

- Paul Sullivan

Loades of History with Mike Loades

Wondering, with an emphasis on the wonder, about history – social, military and natural - dogs, horses, archery, swords, armour, castles, travel, art, making.

Everything on this Substack is a must-read. Brilliant series on the Bayeux Tapestry, and some fascinating and moving articles on animals in history. The piece on military dogs in Ancient Egypt is a personal favourite.

- Paul Sullivan

Travels round the edge of history

By Travels on the edge of history

Quirky historical wanderings, from David Bowen

Fascinating historical and travel pieces, entertaining, informative, and with lots of personality. Highly recommended.

- Paul Sullivan

Singular Discoveries

By Paul Brown

Unusual true stories and engaging recommendations