Has the United States always been an imperial power? Edward Stourton offers his insight on the history of the Land of the Free

ON A COLD, GREY JANUARY DAY IN YORK, I climbed the steps to Clifford’s Tower (pictured below), continuing all the way to the top to enjoy panoramic views across the city. This structure was for many y

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Leading historians share the texts that have inspired and informed their work

John Tolan Islam A new history from Muhammad to the present 304pp. Princeton University Press. £25 (US $29.95). James McDougall Worlds of Islam A global history 608pp. Allen Lane. £40. Elizabeth Drays