A New History of Ancient Roman Theatre by Jessica Clarke, published recently in the Liverpool Studies in Ancient History series, is a radical reappraisal of how theatre developed in ancient Italy and Rome. Here, author Jessica Clarke asks the question: was Roman theatre really Roman? Reassessing the consensus that Rome was the centre of theatre … Continue reading
Halloween Reading List
To celebrate spooky season, this Halloween Liverpool University Press have curated a reading list perfect for those interested in all things horror - including (but not limited to) science fiction, grotesque digital culture, gothic literature and ghost stories.
Samantha Lyster: When Irish Art is Smiling
Irish Emigration to England Explored Through Buildings: The Green and the Grey by Samantha Lyster is the latest book to publish in our Historic England imprint. The book explores the symbiotic relationship between Irish migrants and built heritage in England, and in doing so, draws out fresh aspects of the migration story, how it was … Continue reading
Black History Month 2025: Reading List
To mark Black History Month, we’ve put together a list of books and journal articles which provide new and critical insights into the area. Each article has been made Free to Read throughout October.
International Translation Day: Reading List
On the 30th September 2025, we celebrate International Translation Day - honouring the power of language to connect cultures and ideas. To mark the occasion, we’ve curated a reading list highlighting some of the translated works we publish, along with books that explore the art of translation.
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