Diplomacy from Ancient Greece to Trump

Written by Thucydides, this work is a detailed and insightful historical account of the Peloponnesian War. It chronicles the conflict between the Peloponnesian League, led by Sparta, and the Athenian Empire, emphasizing the significant impact of this war on Greek society. Thucydides outlines the historical context leading up to the war, tracing the evolution of Greek society and detailing the tensions and incidents that led to the conflict. The narrative examines key events, alliances, and the complex interplay of human ambition and political motivations during the war.

Set during the English Reformation, 'Wolf Hall' brings to life the opulent and brutal world of the Tudors. The novel focuses on Thomas Cromwell, who rises from humble origins to become a powerful advisor to King Henry VIII. It explores themes of ambition, power, politics, religion, identity, and loyalty and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of Henry VIII's desire to marry Anne Boleyn and break from the Roman Catholic Church. Mantel's vivid imagery and sensory details create a rich sense of time and place, making historical characters relatable to contemporary readers[3][4][5].

This book by Clare Jackson delves into the complex and tumultuous period of English history from 1588 to 1688. It covers significant events such as the execution of Mary Queen of Scots, the English Civil War, the regicide of Charles I, and the Glorious Revolution. The narrative highlights the instability, religious extremism, power struggles, and violent rebellions that characterized this era, as well as England's intricate and often conflicted relationships with European nations like France, Spain, and the Dutch. Jackson's account provides a detailed and original perspective on a century that fundamentally altered England's destiny and its constitutional arrangements[2][3][4].