A History of England in 25 Poems

A History of England in 25 Poems

This new book from IHR Professor Catherine Clarke explores the history of England in new ways—drawing on her work here in the Institute. It’s been quite a journey. From hours in the archive to writing and revisions, from my desk at work and home to sitting behind the...
Histor(AI): Doing History in an AI World

Histor(AI): Doing History in an AI World

This blog post presents an overview of the opportunities and challenges artificial intelligence (AI) presents for those engaging with history in a novel technological age. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and the historical profession...
South Asian Heritage in the IHR Collections

South Asian Heritage in the IHR Collections

This blog was written by Lara Short and Sarah Admans, Graduate Trainee Librarians at the Institute of Historical Research (IHR) Wohl Library 2024/25. It was curated in celebration of South Asian Heritage Month 2025. This year, the theme of South Asian Heritage Month...
Bibliography of British and Irish History June 2025 update 

Bibliography of British and Irish History June 2025 update 

The future of BBIH  The IHR are delighted to confirm that it has now signed a new five year agreement with Brepols that secures the future of the Bibliography. Both the IHR and Brepols are very excited about the new opportunities the agreement offers in growing...
Precarity and Independence

Precarity and Independence

This blog post was written by Hélène Maloigne, archaeologist, historian, cultural heritage professional, and IHR Fellow. As a historian, you meet a lot of people. Or at least, that is how I like to think about my research on the history of archaeology in the Middle...