The History Re-Imagined Library
Books that
bring history
to life.
Discover Austin Hernon's historical fiction, where overlooked people, forgotten heroes and untold medieval stories step beyond the surviving record.
Robert • Magna Carta • Berengaria • Medieval England
Books by Austin Hernon
Follow the story beyond the history books.
A job in the Outer Hebrides and an interest in the Highland Clearances led Austin Hernon on a trail back to 1066 and the Norman invasion. That research eventually led to Robert, eldest son of William the Conqueror, and the first History Re-Imagined series.
The books continue that approach: use established facts as milestones, then explore the people, motives and possibilities between them. The current catalogue spans Robert the Wayward Prince, Wars of Magna Carta and the Berengaria of Navarre trilogy. citeturn1view0
“The facts remain milestones. The stories between them are where the imagination begins.”
Published titles
The complete
collection.
Three historical worlds, eight published books and more stories in preparation. All current titles are presented with direct reading and buying pathways. citeturn1view0
Trilogy • Medieval adventure
Robert the
Wayward Prince
William the Conqueror had a son, Robert, who never became King of England. This trilogy explores his life, ambitions, family conflicts and adventures. citeturn0search3
Duology • King John • Medieval England
Wars of
Magna Carta
A two-part story set around the turbulent period of King John, Magna Carta and the struggle for power, with overlooked medieval women at its heart. citeturn1view0turn0search6
The story behind the series
When the famous document is only the beginning.
History Re-Imagined looks beyond the document itself to the people, conflict and survival surrounding Magna Carta. The current catalogue includes two books: The Battle for England and A Contest of Wills. citeturn1view0
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Trilogy • Queen Berengaria • The Third Crusade
The Lionheart's
Bride
A trilogy following Berengaria of Navarre through royal marriage, crusade, separation and the struggle to survive as queen. The existing site describes the trilogy as a story of a marriage of inconvenience. citeturn0search2
Choose your starting point
One author.
Three ways into history.
Start with Robert and the Norman world, step into the conflict surrounding Magna Carta, or follow Berengaria through the world of Richard the Lionheart.
The story continues
Coming next.
The current site lists The Enlightenment of Henry III as forthcoming, with further planned historical stories including Edward III and Philippa. citeturn1view0
Forthcoming
The Enlightenment of Henry III
The son of King John, crowned king at nine, entering a brutal age.
Planned
More medieval stories
Further characters and overlooked histories are already being explored.
Before you choose a book
Frequently asked questions.
Simple answers for readers discovering Austin Hernon and History Re-Imagined.
What books has Austin Hernon written?
His published catalogue includes the Robert the Wayward Prince trilogy, the Wars of Magna Carta duology and the Queen Berengaria of England trilogy. citeturn1view0
Which book should I start with?
Readers interested in Norman England can begin with The Wayward Prince. Readers interested in King John and Magna Carta can begin with The Battle for England, while readers drawn to Richard the Lionheart and Berengaria can begin with The Lionheart’s Bride.
Are the books available on Amazon?
The History Re-Imagined books page provides Amazon buying and Kindle links for the published titles. citeturn1view0
Are these history books or historical fiction?
They are historical fiction grounded in research. The established historical record provides the framework, while the stories between documented facts are developed through research and imaginative reconstruction.
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