Gareth Russell

@garethrussell1

Historian - author of "Queen James," "The Palace," and books on the Queen Mother, Titanic, and Catherine Howard.

Belfast

Joined March 2009

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William Collins Books@WmCollinsBooks · Jul 3

Soon to be a major movie, A THOUSAND MILES FROM CARE tells the gripping and heartbreaking story of Steve Johnson's 30-year quest to uncover the truth about his brilliant brother’s death. 'An extraordinary memoir' @GarethRussell1 Out today in paperback.

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Jo Durrant@jojo_durrant · 18 h

A wonderful day 3 at @HallHarvington History Fest - hosting the fab @garethrussell1 & @misswalsingham + @elegantfowl who also joined me, Prof Stephen Alford & @ENortonHistory to talk about the Gunpowder Plot. Tomorrow I’m in conversation with @LondonMudlark + @DrCLaoutaris

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 24

I sat down with author @AJWestAuthor last December to discuss his bestselling novel "The Betrayal of Thomas True." Now that it's out this month in paperback, why not revisit the podcast episode to hear about the world of Georgian London, the molly houses, and morality campaigns?…

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Historia – the HWA@HistoriaHWA · Jul 23

Among Historia's summer reading suggestions: Books by Michael Arnold, Jack Weatherford, Jo Harkin and Gareth Russell. Chosen by Angus Donald & Elizabeth Fremantle. See all our #SummerReading ideas at historiamag.com/summer-reading… @garethrussell1 @angus_donald @canelo_co @circusbooks

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Newstalk's Talking History@_talkinghistory · Jul 23

📻Coming up this weekend on @_TalkingHistory: we'll discuss the man who helped make Henry VIII, until Henry VIII turned on him - as we bring you the real #ThomasCromwell, on the 485th anniversary of his death. Join us Sunday from 7pm @NewstalkFM or listen back on podcast.

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Historia – the HWA@HistoriaHWA · Jul 22

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Jo Durrant@jojo_durrant · Jul 21

🎧 Ep 243 of Jo Durrant’s Beautiful Universe podcast is out Weds: 🤩 @garethrussell1 talks about his new book Queen James ahead of us both being at @HallHarvington History Fest ✈️ Story of Spitfire at @museuminthepark 📲 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/jo-… 💻 jodurrantsbeautifuluniverse.libsyn.com

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Dr Nicola Tallis@NicolaTallis · Jul 16

A truly extraordinary book by a truly extraordinary author - don’t miss @garethrussell1 on Queen James @Southwarkcathed on Saturday! Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/queen-james-… @FellowsAuctions

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 12

On the anniversary of Henry VIII's wedding at Hampton Court to Katherine Parr, enjoy my article about why the palace mattered so much to the Tudors - written for Aspects of History magazine. @AspectsHistory aspectsofhistory.com/hampton-court-…

garethrussell1's tweet card. Hampton Court: A Theatre of the Tudor Monarchy, by Gareth Russell. Hampton Court became a centre of Tudor power and the dynasty enjoyed

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 11

Thank you to Julie-Ann Spence at Arts & Culture at Northern Ireland World for this really lovely article and interview about my talk at Hillsborough Castle on Friday 18th July. northernirelandworld.com/arts-and-cultu…

garethrussell1's tweet card. Northern Irish historian Gareth Russell will be hosting a very special evening at Hillsborough Castle on Friday July 18 to celebrate the publication of his latest book about the life and loves of...

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 11

Hampton Court and Catherine Howard are inextricably linked, but in my new blog post for @HRP_palaces, I argue that it shouldn’t just be remembered for its role in her downfall, but as the site of one of her greatest triumphs. hrp.org.uk/blog/catherine…

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Hiroshi Suzuki@AmbJapanUK · Jul 10

Split the G Challenge!!!

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Hiroshi Suzuki@AmbJapanUK · Jul 9

Visited Dunluce Castle, a place filled with romance and history. Its appearance perched on the cliff was magnificent and I could feel its former glory. Also enjoyed the refreshing breeze and beautiful scenery walking along the Portrush coastline.

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 9

Join me at a Northern Irish palace when, next Friday (18th July), I'll be giving a talk in the Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle. There'll be drinks and a book-signing, as well. All the information is here with @HRP_palaces hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-c…

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Gareth Russell@garethrussell1 · Jul 8

I'll be speaking at Southwark Cathedral's first History Festival on 19th July this year at 2 pm. All the information here, through the link: - eventbrite.co.uk/e/queen-james-…

garethrussell1's tweet card. Southwark Cathedral History Festival 2025

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The Tower of London@TowerOfLondon · Jul 8

Find out more about the rise and fall of Robert Carr in our latest blog written by @garethrussell1 👇 bit.ly/44uaoXb.

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Laura Meyer@LauraNMeyer · Jul 7

Nice to see QUEEN JAMES by @garethrussell1 here! We've Got Your Summer Reading Sorted! mol.im/a/14876539 via @MailOnline

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The Stuart History Festival@StuartHistFest · Jul 5

The Stuart History Festival bids you a warm welcome! The Old Palace, Worcester. Today and Tomorrow. Tickets available: buytickets.at/thestuarthisto…

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The Stuart History Festival@StuartHistFest · Jun 26

Ahead of his appearance The Stuart History Festival in less than 2 weeks, Philippa asked Gareth some questions about his latest must-read book ‘Queen James.’ What challenges did the research pose & what findings surprised you most? Go to Philippab.substack.com to read

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Robbie Millen@RobbieTimes · Jun 26

Oh yes --- it's that time of the year. @thetimes summer reading recommendations.... Enjoy thetimes.com/culture/books/…

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