History Today

History Today is a history magazine featuring in-depth articles, reviews and research from historians working across a wide range of fields. Its coverage spans historical periods, places and themes, from early modern communities and political movements to journalism, empire and cultural change. Readers can explore new features, debates, regular series such as Months Past and History Matters, and reviews of books on historical subjects. The magazine also publishes themed issues, with recent editions covering topics including the Aztec Empire, Hirohito, the Carolingians, Chinese tourism and the Bengal Famine.

History Today offers print and digital subscriptions, gift subscriptions, and access to a digital archive through its app. Readers can buy current and back issues through the website or from UK newsstands, and the site also provides a shop, crossword, and resources for students. Institutions can access subscription options, while historians and writers can find information about submitting articles. Through its magazine and online services, History Today makes historical scholarship and informed discussion accessible to a broad readership.