Dan Jones Books
Dan Jones is a British historian, journalist, and television presenter. He’s written several books about English history, including The Hollow Crown, which picks up where The Plantagenets leaves off.
What's The Plantagenets about?
The Plantagenets (2012) is a rollicking history of eight generations of English royal rule. From the Crusades through the signing of Magna Carta and up to the start of the Hundred Years’ War, the House of Plantagenet ruled during some of the most thrilling times of English history.
Who should read The Plantagenets?
- Lovers of high drama and intrigue
- Game of Thrones fans
- Medieval history fanatics
What's Powers and Thrones about?
Powers and Thrones (2021) is a comprehensive history of the Middle Ages. Tracing time from the fall of the western Roman Empire to the Protestant Reformation, these blinks reveal how forces such as global networks, climate change, mass migration, pandemics, and technological innovation, as well as political leaders, the clergy, and knights, shaped the medieval world.
Who should read Powers and Thrones?
- History nerds fascinated by the Middle Ages
- Anyone curious about the history of pandemics
- Sociologists, archeologists, and political scientists
The Templars
What's The Templars about?
The Templars by Dan Jones delves into the fascinating history of the legendary medieval order. From their humble beginnings to their eventual downfall, Jones uncovers the truth behind the myths and legends surrounding the Templars. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book offers a captivating journey through one of the most intriguing chapters in history.
Who should read The Templars?
History enthusiasts who are curious about the medieval era and the Knights Templar
Readers interested in secret societies, religious orders, and the mysteries surrounding them
Individuals who enjoy non-fiction books that blend scholarly research with engaging storytelling