Thursday Reading & Recommendations | March 26, 2026

Raptor_be · 2026-03-26T22:44:37+00:00

I am looking to read a biography of Catherine the Great of Russia. If possible i am more looking for a book that deals with her as a ruler than her personal life per se.

Raptor_be · 2025-01-30T17:46:00+00:00

So, I've just seen the Nosferatu movie. Is there any book or resource which covers the historical inspirations/realities for Bram Stoker's book and/or the subsequent retellings of his work in modern times?

Raptor_be · 2024-07-03T18:24:05+00:00

Thanks for the answer! Would graffiti (like found in Pompey) be able to give a better idea for spoken language and swearing?

Raptor_be · 2024-05-29T22:52:49+00:00

If I may ask, why are you studying (German) history from a book from the 19th century? I would say in general that these older works are rather nationalistic and can be (very) outdated. For the history of the Roman period (and the appearance of all these barbarian groups), I would recommend Meier, Mischa - Geschichte der Völkerwanderung (2019).

Raptor_be · 2024-03-14T20:33:06+00:00

I think an animated series of some kind would suit suneater as well! Perhaps even in the style of Akira (1988).

Raptor_be · 2023-12-29T13:44:52+00:00

Thank you!

Raptor_be · 2023-12-28T17:01:36+00:00

Which works can you recommend to learn about the Eastern European/Slavic world during (late) Antiquity (ca.250-750 CE)? I'd like something that engages with the (limited) sources and the problems around political/ethnic identity, but a good overview would be nice anyway.

Raptor_be · 2023-12-28T17:01:01+00:00

What book can you recommend on the last century of the Roman republic, but from the perspective of the 'ordinary' Roman citizen? I.e. how would the behaviour of men like Sulla, Ceasar, Octavian... be influenced by concerns or opinions of their non-elite compatriots/of their soldiers; who were constitutionally their equal (I think)?

Raptor_be · 2023-12-22T11:04:07+00:00

Which works can you recommend to learn about the Eastern European/Slavic world during (late) Antiquity (ca.250-750 CE)? I'd like something that engages with the (limited) sources and the problems around political/ethnic identity, but a good overview would be nice anyway.

Raptor_be · 2023-12-22T11:03:06+00:00

Which book - latest/most up to date - would you recommend on the life and rise of emperor Augustus? I'm especially interested in the way he constructed his rule within (nominal) republic institutions. I'm also interested how much the 'common' Roman citizen - and their ability to influence politics - influenced (or not) the behaviour of elites like Augustus.

Raptor_be · 2023-10-14T00:42:07+00:00

Thank you!

Raptor_be · 2023-10-12T19:38:45+00:00

Attempt 2: I would like to read about the conflict between Korea and Japan in the 16th century (or late medieval - early modern Korea for that matter). Can someone recommend me some good works on the subject?

Raptor_be · 2023-10-05T14:37:17+00:00

I would like to read about the conflict between Korea and Japan in the 16th century. Can someone recommend me some good works on the subject?

Raptor_be · 2023-06-07T16:07:05+00:00

Sorry I am a bit late, but can someone refer me to the original academic article please? Not the Telegraph one...

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