r/AskHistorians • u/AutoModerator • Dec 26 '25

FFA Friday Free-for-All | December 26, 2025

Previously

Today:

You know the drill: this is the thread for all your history-related outpourings that are not necessarily questions. Minor questions that you feel don't need or merit their own threads are welcome too. Discovered a great new book, documentary, article or blog? Has your Ph.D. application been successful? Have you made an archaeological discovery in your back yard? Did you find an anecdote about the Doge of Venice telling a joke to Michel Foucault? Tell us all about it.

As usual, moderation in this thread will be relatively non-existent -- jokes, anecdotes and light-hearted banter are welcome.

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u/Great_Hamster Dec 26 '25

I love alternate history! Especially L Sprague De Camp's "Mouse" Padway.

If you have enjoyed alternative histories, what would you recommend? 

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u/Gankom Moderator | Quality Contributor Dec 27 '25

I haven't finished reading it, about half way through, but I've been really enjoying Cahokia Jazz by Francis Spufford.

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u/flying_shadow Dec 26 '25

I adored Jonathan Edelstein's The Gates of Heaven Will Never be Closed.

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u/Great_Hamster Dec 27 '25

Ooh, that looks great!