Category Archives: history

The Brief Life and Tragic Death of an Old Master

Posted on September 14, 2023 by E. C. Ambrose

My latest release, The Roman Candle, was inspired by my interest in the Baroque artist Caravaggio (his given name is actually Michelangelo–which isn’t confusing at all!) Born in 1571 in Milan, Caravaggio lost most of his family to the plague … Continue reading →

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The Fascist Frame Launch Day footnotes!

Posted on April 11, 2023 by E. C. Ambrose

Today’s the day! Launch Day for The Fascist Frame, book 5 in my Bone Guard archaeological adventure series! Those of you who’ve been following my work for a long time (Since Elisha Barber) will know I have a long-standing tradition … Continue reading →

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Sharing some faves!

Posted on April 3, 2023 by E. C. Ambrose

I recently took up Shepherd.com on their offer to make a list of the Best Books Weaving Adventure and History–and yes, one of those titles is non-fiction–because history itself is often an adventure! This list includes a few of my … Continue reading →

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DRAKEMASTER! Forthcoming historical fantasy

Posted on March 19, 2022 by E. C. Ambrose

I am thrilled to share the cover and concept for my next historical fantasy novel. Set in China during the Mongol invasions, DRAKEMASTER brings together an unexpected team of rivals to find a mechanical wonder based on Su Song’s astronomical … Continue reading →

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Avignon: The Palace of the Popes

Posted on February 4, 2018 by E. C. Ambrose

One of my favorite parts of writing the Elisha series has been learning about all these fantastic places and people of the 14th century.  One of the best has got to be the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, France.  … Continue reading →

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Free Fiction: The Mongol’s Coffin, Chapter one

Posted on May 12, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Curious about my thriller novel, Bone Guard One:  The Mongol’s Coffin?  Here’s chapter one for your enjoyment! CHAPTER ONE Provincial Museum Nr Mazar i-Sharif, Afghanistan Grant Casey dove behind the nearest statue, a huge sandstone lion with wings and curly … Continue reading →

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The Mongol’s Coffin: Start of a new Adventure series

Posted on April 26, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

I am excited to announce the release of my first international thriller novel, based on my research into Mongolian history.  Don’t worry, fantasy fans, there will be an epic fantasy novel exploring Mongolia and China as well. In the meantime, … Continue reading →

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How to deal with The Walking Dead in the Middle Ages

Posted on April 10, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Here’s a fascinating bit of archaeological evidence for medieval ideas about zombies (then known as revenants)  from a great blog called The Templar Knight:   Source: How to deal with The Walking Dead in the Middle Ages

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Celebrating Lithuanian Independence Day, with an Introduction to Lithuania during the Middle Ages

Posted on February 17, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

On February 16, Lithuania, a small Baltic sea republic, celebrated its independence day.  While I do have Lithuanian heritage on my mother’s side, I was primarily reminded of the holiday by a link I received to a video by a … Continue reading →

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Elisha Mancer Launch Day! With footnotes. . .

Posted on February 7, 2017 by E. C. Ambrose

Elisha Mancer, Book 4 of The Dark Apostle, is now available in bookstores everywhere!  And you can find sample chapters for this, and all of the books in the series, at TheDarkApostle.com  When you love it, you can click through … Continue reading →

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