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General Interest

BBC History Magazine

13 issues per year   |  English
35 Reviews   •  English   •   General Interest (History & Knowledge)
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As Britain’s best selling history magazine, BBC History is a must-have for historical enthusiasts of all interest levels. Written by world-leading historians and expert journalists, each issue brings history to life with in-depth, informative and interesting articles covering all periods of history - from ancient civilisations to modern historical events.


In every issue of BBC History Magazine, you’ll find an array of fascinating features delving deep into the history of mankind. Discover reviews of the latest historical books to be released, updates on new research and findings from the field and details on the best historical TV and Radio shows to look out for.


For history fanatics across the UK, a digital subscription to BBC History Magazine is essential! Why not get yours today?  

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BBC History Magazine

May 2024 In the May issue of BBC History magazine, uncover scandalous Victorians, with eight shocking cases that transformed 19th‑century Britain. Learn how graffiti radicalised the 18th century and the unfinished Norman Conquest, one northern stronghold held out after 1066. Plus, one last hurrah for the British Empire, an epic festival in 1924 that celebrated imperialism.


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In the May issue of BBC History magazine, uncover scandalous Victorians, with eight shocking cases that transformed 19th‑century Britain. Learn how graffiti radicalised the 18th century and the unfinished Norman Conquest, one northern stronghold held out after 1066. Plus, one last hurrah for the British Empire, an epic festival in 1924 that celebrated imperialism.
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BBC History Magazine is dedicated to delighting history fans of all levels by bringing readers closer to the most important events in mankind’s time. Each issue explores an array of different periods and events from the Romans and the Greeks to the World Wars and modern history, no matter what you are fascinated by you’ll find it in your BBC History digital subscription.


With features from some of the world’s finest historians, you can be sure that each issue will inform, as well as entertain and continue to peak your interest. You’ll find regular features such as reviews of the latest historical books to hit the shelves, quizzes and prize draws and information on upcoming historical TV and Radio shows.


What’s more, BBC History Magazine won’t just throw you into the past, but will also keep you up-to-date on the latest research and groundbreaking findings from the field, helping piece together more and more information about our history.


Whether you’re studying, working in the industry or just a general history enthusiast, you’ll find what you’re looking for with a digital subscription to BBC History Magazine. 

Download a digital subscription to BBC History Magazine today and every month you can enjoy all of this:

  • The latest historical news in History Now
  • In-depth features around the most important events throughout history
  • Reviews of the latest historical books to hit the shelves
  • The pick of the best historical shows on TV and Radio
  • Regular quizzes with prize draws
  • Updates on the latest historical research and new findings
  • The latest issue direct to your device every month
  • A discount off the RRP price

You'll receive 13 issues during a 1 year BBC History Magazine magazine subscription.

Note: Digital editions do not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with printed copies.

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BBC History Magazine

Well written, interesting articles that dig deeply into the story behind the story. I really enjoy BBC History Magazine and look forward to each issue. Reviewed 09 July 2020

Classic BBC

BBC quality Reviewed 24 July 2019

Good quality history magazine

A good quality history magazine, my only grip is they are prone to being too politically correct in some of their articles. Reviewed 01 October 2018

My favourite magazine.

A good quality history magazine that never disappoints. I love it, together with the pod cast. Reviewed 20 March 2014

Outstanding

Thoroughly researched and professionally written, always informative Reviewed 28 February 2014

Articles in this issue


Below is a selection of articles in BBC History Magazine May 2024.

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