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‘Incredible’ book that ‘alters brain chemistry’ wins ‘best historical fiction of the year’

Posted: December 7, 2025 at 9:23 pm   /   Books

This book comes from the author of Daisy Jones and the Six. Daily Express :: Books Feed

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10 best war films of all time ranked by historical accuracy – number one is a masterpiece

Posted: October 27, 2025 at 10:18 pm   /   Movies

Harrowing events of the past are depicted through the lens of film writers and Hollywood directors, and they’re often historically dubious. But fans of the genre certainly can’t get enough of them. Daily Express :: Films Feed

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‘Flawless’ historical drama ‘even better than the book’ available now on BBC iPlayer

Posted: October 18, 2025 at 10:19 am   /   Movies

One fan claimed that the comforting drama is even better than the book, despite reading it multiple times. Daily Express :: Films Feed

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‘Outstanding’ novel is ‘best historical fiction book’ – readers say its ‘life-changing’

Posted: September 19, 2025 at 10:23 pm   /   Books

The book has been adapted into a successful television series. Daily Express :: Books Feed

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‘Captivating’ historical series starring Steve Coogan is the ‘best period drama’

Posted: September 13, 2025 at 10:18 pm   /   Movies

Steve Coogan stars alongside Kirsten Dunst in this 2006 movie. Daily Express :: Films Feed

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Top 10 best historical fiction novels of all time – how many have you read?

Posted: September 2, 2025 at 10:23 pm   /   Books

From the dusty Outback to the bustling streets of Paris, dive into the stories that have left a lasting mark on readers worldwide. Daily Express :: Books Feed

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BBC viewers urged to discover near perfect historical drama ‘better than Gladiator’

Posted: June 9, 2025 at 10:18 am   /   Movies

Many film fans say it is the best movie they have seen for some time Daily Express :: Films Feed

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The top 25 historical films revealed – but Braveheart and Gladiator not number 1

Posted: January 18, 2025 at 9:18 pm   /   Movies

A panel of historians and writers got together to select a shortlist of 100 top historical movies – and you may be surprised what Britons voted their favourite. Daily Express :: Films Feed

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Saving Private Ryan D-Day scene’s British historical inaccuracies ‘Spielberg was wrong’

Posted: August 23, 2024 at 10:13 am   /   Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Saving Private Ryan’s D-Day opening scene starring Tom Hanks features a couple of British historical inaccuracies that Steven Spielberg was wrong about, according to a World War II historian. Daily Express :: News Feed

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What did Queen Elizabeth wear for her Coronation? A look into the historical gown

Posted: April 18, 2023 at 10:21 pm   /   Fashion

Queen Elizabeth’s Coronation was the first crowning ceremony that was televised and therefore accessible to the public, so such a visual event needed an incredible dress to match the occasion. Here is a breakdown of Queen Elizabeth’s Coronation outfit. Daily Express :: Style Feed

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