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I study, teach and write about history. I bring history alive with my books, courses and talks, based on over thirty years of personal and academic research - please browse these pages to find out how I can share our history with you
I study, teach and write about history. I bring history alive with my books, courses and talks, based on over thirty years of personal and academic research - please browse these pages to find out how I can share our history with you
Toni Mount, MA., BA (Hons)., Dip Creative Writing and Literature, Dip European Humanities, Cert Ed ...
"Pleasure should mingle with study so that the student may think learning an amusement, rather than a toil"
Thomas Wolsey 1473-1530
NEWS:
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My Virtual Blog tour is coming next week, with articles on William Caxton, the medieval book trade, Inns & Taverns and Mummers and mumming, look out of full details, "coming soon"
I have some exciting public events coming up:
I have some exciting public events coming up:
14th-16th Nov (Friday-Sunday) TORM (The Original Reenactor's Market), Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Coventry - where I will have all of my books for sale at discounted prices!
30th Nov (Sunday only) Wartime Christmas at the Royal Engineers Museum, Chatham, for the launch of my Ration-Book Britain book
6th Dec (Saturday only) Sandwich Medieval Market, Sandwich Medieval Centre, The Quay, Sandwich, Kent - where I will have all of my books for sale
6 Dec (8pm UK time) - On the Tudor Trail (Australia via Zoom) Medieval Christmas chat
17 Dec Wednesday (7.30pm) Wigmore Lectures, Gillingham, Medieval Christmas talk
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11 April Saturday Maidstone Medieval Farye, Brenchley Gardens, Maidstone, Kent
2nd-3rd May Mayor’s 800 year market, Sandwich, Kent
11th-12th June Le Weekend, Sandwich, Kent
5 July Sunday RIII Festival Middleham, N. Yorkshire
My new n-f book, the latest in my series of survival guides from Pen and Sword Books is OUT NOW. How to Survive in Ration-Book Britain imagines you, dear reader, as a time traveller, going back to the middle of the c20th. Britain was at war and food, fuel, clothing, even cricket balls were rationed. What was it like for the ordinary housewife, looking after her family, perhaps working full-time for the first time, feeding the kids, worrying if her man would return, what would you eat, what would you wear? How would you survive?
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
Premium Quality A3 size 'medieval barber surgeon posters £6.95 ea + p&p
Wound Man - Vein Man - Zodiac Man
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Out now, in plenty of time for Christmas, 88 pages of fun and tradition ...
Out now, in plenty of time for Christmas, 88 pages of fun and tradition ...
the origins and traditions of Christmas in the Middle Ages
the origins and traditions of Christmas in the Middle Ages
or CONTACT ME if you wish to discuss stocking the book for resale
Christmas in the Middle Ages was celebrated with as much joy and enthusiasm as it is today, perhaps even more. Discover the origins of our modern traditions and how people would celebrate Christmas without turkey, tinsel or Santa Claus
If you don't want to purchase my books from AZ you can buy my self-published titles direct from the publishers or from me.
I'm trialing a new 'buy link' - click this for my Medieval Gravesend book and let me know if it works https://shorturl.at/od2yp or scan the QR Code:
Book 13 - was released on July 26th:
"Behind locked doors, fear takes root. The word on every trembling lip: witchcraft.
For Seb, a man bound by duty and haunted by secrets, the horrors hit dangerously close to home. He must plunge into a tangled web of desire, deception, and dark magic."
The book looks at the place that would be called England, after the Romans left and before the Normans arrived. For convenience we have called this Anglo-Saxon England but it was much more complicate than that. It was a turbulent time, with the arrival of invaders from Europe and a new religion to cope with, yet a time of art and music too - a fascinating place to visit if you are given the chance
Over 40,000 copies of my Sebastian Foxley novels sold
Over 40,000 copies of my Sebastian Foxley novels sold
The History of Medieval Gravesend is a 50 page introduction to the history of Gravesham in north Kent, before the time of the Tudors.
The History of Medieval Gravesend is a 50 page introduction to the history of Gravesham in north Kent, before the time of the Tudors.
Virtually everyone travelling from London to Canterbury, or Dover, had to pass through Gravesend, either on the Roman Watling Street, the old Dover Road or the 'Long Ferry' on the Thames from Westminster.
The name Gravesend goes back to the tenth century and beyond; before the Domesday Book, and centuries before the plague came to England. The name Gravesend was the village belonging to the Greeve and where his authority ended (Greeve's End).
An Anglo Saxon settlement was here, as was a royal palace. The rights to a market were granted by the king and the right to ferry passengers to London was jealously guarded. Archbishops were born here, the town was destroyed by an invasion from France and survivors from the Wars of the Roses built their homes here. You can now order your copy in paperback or Kindle.
Anglo-Saxon cross found in Gravesend
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Hot NEW RELEASES
Hot NEW RELEASES
The Colour of Sin was top of the Hot New Releases on Amazon on launch day - as was The History of Medieval Gravesend
I was LIVE on BBC Radio Kent on Friday lunchtime, talking about my new Sebastian Foxley adventure you can listen via BBC Sounds - search for The Dominic King Show on Radio Kent at around 12.40pm on the 29th of March 2024
We had a fantastic weekend at the Cambridge Living History Fair - thank you to everyone for coming to say 'Hi'
We had a fantastic weekend at the Cambridge Living History Fair - thank you to everyone for coming to say 'Hi'
Richard III's letter is now on show at Sandwich Guildhall Museum
Richard III's letter is now on show at Sandwich Guildhall Museum
Transcription of Sa/ZB2/178 done at the Kent Archives Maidstone (KHLC)
Transcription of Sa/ZB2/178 done at the Kent Archives Maidstone (KHLC)
Richard’s signet
Trusty and welbeloved we grete you wele. And forasmoche as it comen to our knowledge that a certain [missing]
of Bretayne shippes now being in fflaundres bene prepared and arredied to departe fromthence in all [missing]
into thair Cuntrey. We therfore considering that the breche of the lieg and Amitie late betw(een)[missing]
Duc of Bretayne hath growen and proceded of him self oonly by occasion of his injuste demean(our)[missing]
toward us as it is notorily known and desire and heartily prey you that in all hast to you possible [missing]
and manne oute alman[er] shippes and othre hable vessailes within our havon ther for to enddev(our) [missing]
recountre and take the same bretayne shippes in thair said going homeward[es] Shewing your [missing]
diligenc[es] herin as we verraily trust you. And as you therfore may have us the better sov[er]ain (to aide) [missing]
you in any your reasonable cause herafter. And that you geve ful credence unto our trusty servaunt Thomas (Bryan?)
berer herof in that he shal sey unto you on our behalve more at large touching this matier. Yeven
under our Signet at our Cite of London the xiijth day of Decembre.
To our trusty and welbeloved the Maier and his Brethern of oure Towne of Sandewiche
Transcription of Sa/ZB2/178 done at the Kent Archives (KHLC) by Toni Mount
How to Survive in Medieval England is now available from Audible as an unabridged audiobook – narrated by Derek Perkins and published by Tantor Audio
How to Survive in Medieval England is now available from Audible as an unabridged audiobook – narrated by Derek Perkins and published by Tantor Audio
click here to download your audio book
RICHARD IS INNOCENT
RICHARD IS INNOCENT
Philippa Langley's latest research project provides more evidence for those who have maintained for many years that The Princes in the Tower survived.
Philippa Langley's latest research project provides more evidence for those who have maintained for many years that The Princes in the Tower survived.
I wrote about it in my book Richard III King of Controversy
I wrote about it in my book Richard III King of Controversy
Now re-released my paperback Richard III King of Controversy is available as a paperback or Ebook from Amazon. It's a concise yet detailed introduction to the story and controversies surrounding one of England's best known Kings; Richard III reigned for only 2 years, but his reputation has grown and intrigued generations over the centuries. His body was discovered in an amazing twist of fate in 2012, and his re-internment in Leicester Cathedral in 2015 created yet more controversy for this most enigmatic King of England.
This new pocket sized paperback edition was updated in 2023 click here for your copy or on Kindle here
My first an only Tudor non-fiction
My first an only Tudor non-fiction
Imagine you're transported back to Tudor England and had to start a new life there, without smartphones, satnav or social media, how will you know where you are or where to go? Where will you live and where will you work? And who can you turn to if you fall ill or God forbid if you upset the king? In a period when execution by beheading was the fate of thousands how can you keep your head in Tudor England?
All these questions are answered in this new guidebook to make your visit to the 16th century much more fun. Enjoy interviews with the celebrities of the day, and learn some new words to set the mood for your time-travelling adventure. Have an exciting visit but be sure to keep this book to hand.
Order the paperback from the publisher Pen & Sword here here
or your favourite online bookstore here
My first two Seb Foxley mysteries, The Colour of Poison and The Colour of Gold, have just been released as a single, hardback edition click here for your copy
My first two Seb Foxley mysteries, The Colour of Poison and The Colour of Gold, have just been released as a single, hardback edition click here for your copy
How to Survive in Medieval England going global
How to Survive in Medieval England going global
My latest factual book has been sold to China and Japan and will be published in those new markets next year
My latest factual book has been sold to China and Japan and will be published in those new markets next year
Audio Book
Audio Book
My medieval best-seller is now available from Audible ... and it's narrated unabridged by the wonderful, multiple award-winning English audiobook narrator and actress Anne Flosnik.
No 1 Best Seller
No 1 Best Seller
Following a flurry of activity and renewed interest in January 202Medieval London, first published by Amberley Publishing in 2014, rose majestically up the best-seller rankings on Amazon UK to become No.1 on at least three lists
Sandwich Medieval Festival
Sandwich Medieval Festival
we had a wonderful weekend meeting new friends at The Sandwich Medieval Centre in Kent - thank you to everyone who bought copies of my books, I hope you enjoy them. You can find all my books for sale here
Battle of Bosworth weekend
Battle of Bosworth weekend
Home from a tiring but triumphant visit to Bosworth Medieval Festival, giving my talk on How to Survive in Medieval England, to receive this email "Thank you so much for coming this weekend. You were absolutely fantastic. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed your talk. We’d love to have you back..."
We had a wonderful time at Middleham Castle selling my books at the Richard III weekend.
I sold lots of books too, so thank you to everyone who came and we hope to see you again next year
My latest non-fiction book is How to Survive in Medieval England; it's my first for the popular publisher Pen & Sword Books.
My latest non-fiction book is How to Survive in Medieval England; it's my first for the popular publisher Pen & Sword Books.
This useful guide is a vital accessory when you next visit the Middle-Ages. How will you manage without your mobile phone, internet or social media? When transport means walking or, for the better off, horse-back, how will you know where you are or where to go? Where will you live and what should you eat?
What if you fall ill or are mugged in the street?
All these questions and many more are answered in this new self-help guide: How to Survive in Medieval England comes with top-tips to make your visit to the Middle Ages much more fun; have a go at preparing medieval dishes and learn some new words to set the mood for your adventure.
PLUS unique interviews with the celebrities of the day, from a successful business woman and a condemned felon, to a royal cook and a very controversial King Richard III.
Have an exciting visit to medieval England but be sure to keep this book to hand - coming soon mybook.to/MedEngland
The World of Isaac Newton
The World of Isaac Newton
is available now - click here
The Foxley Letters is a FREE, downloadable ebook, with personal correspondence from Seb Foxley, Emily and all your favourite characters, from my "Colour of ..." book series - even Jack has added his thoughts for you to enjoy.
We have updated this FREE ebook which now contains 28 letters, plus bonus material about me, my writing and the historic background to the series and best of all - it's free, just click the link from my publisher MadeGlobal!
Book seven The Colour of Lies is on sale NOW. Sebastian Foxley, our hero, returns to the bustling city of London from his quiet home village in rural Norfolk. The city is busy and full of excitement for the annual St Bartholomew’s Fayre - and then there's another murder to solve ...
Book Launch Blog Tour
Book Launch Blog Tour
The following guest blogs which can still be read:
Author Interview with Tony Riches The Writing Desk
Africans in medieval London –https://theanneboleynfiles.com/
Unicorns and mythical beasts https://samanthawilcoxson.blogspot.com/
St Bart's Medieval Fayre https://thewarsoftherosescatalogue.com
Silk-women & Sole Femme - http://historytheinterestingbits.com
International Medieval Trade - https://mattlewisauthor.wordpress.com/
Medieval 'poppets' - https://adventuresofatudornerd.com
Book six The Colour of Death, is another of my short novels and in paperback or on Kindle for just 99p: Seb and Emily have been forced to flee medieval London and find a safe haven in an isolated village. Yet this idyllic setting has its own murderous secrets. Even away from London, they are not safe and danger lurks at every turn.
Published by MadeGlobal.com
The Death Collector is my Five Star story of a fearful serial killer stalking the dangerous streets of Victorian London
The Colour of Poison is available as an audio book - listen as the stinking streets of medieval London are brought to life by talented actor Charley-Allsop-Parry
During my research I transcribed this manuscript (Wellcome MS.8004) from the 1450s. Part of the manuscript is a pilgimage from London to Jerusalem. You can read the full transcript here
The Colour of Murder is my new Seb Foxley novel and now available in paperback and on Kindle. The beauty of the cover is juxtoposed with the horror of the murders within - see my books for more
The Colour of Murder made it into the bestseller top 30 on the Amazon UK Crime, Thriller & Mystery
You can sign up for a unique FREE eBook for the followers of my medieval murder mysteries The Foxley Letters - no purchase necessary - just click the link
My non-fiction books are widely available in bookshops, libraries and online - these were spotted at Colchester Castle - clearly a great place to visit!
My latest online course The Role of Medieval and Tudor Women is out now at www.MedievalCourses.com
I have a Facebook page for my talks - take a look at www.facebook.com/tonitalks.co.uk/
you can buy any one of my 'Colour' medieval mysteries via these universal links
Seb Foxley has his own website: www.SebastianFoxley.com
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