Colin Duncan Taylor
@colinduncantaylor.com
Based in the south of France for 25 years, I am an author who specialises in history, landscapes and gastronomy on both sides of the Pyrenees.
My new book is on the shelves in what claims to be the UK's oldest bookshop, Hatchards on Piccadilly, founded in 1797, acquired by Waterstones in 1998. You will also find a copy in many other branches of the Waterstones empire. Thank you, Emma, for the photo. #bookshop #lovepyrenees
September 15, 2026 at 7:46 AM
My new book is on the shelves in what claims to be the UK's oldest bookshop, Hatchards on Piccadilly, founded in 1797, acquired by Waterstones in 1998. You will also find a copy in many other branches of the Waterstones empire. Thank you, Emma, for the photo. #bookshop #lovepyrenees
MEGALITHS OF THE PYRENEES Enjoy these pictures of some of the finest menhirs and dolmens in the Pyrenees. If you want to know their names and locations, message me.
Find out more about their story in THE PYRENEES A HUMAN HISTORY just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social #lovepyrenees #megaliths
Find out more about their story in THE PYRENEES A HUMAN HISTORY just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social #lovepyrenees #megaliths
September 11, 2026 at 5:55 AM
MEGALITHS OF THE PYRENEES Enjoy these pictures of some of the finest menhirs and dolmens in the Pyrenees. If you want to know their names and locations, message me.
Find out more about their story in THE PYRENEES A HUMAN HISTORY just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social #lovepyrenees #megaliths
Find out more about their story in THE PYRENEES A HUMAN HISTORY just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social #lovepyrenees #megaliths
This lovely little slide show was put together by my marketing friends @yalebooks.bsky.social using some of my photos. I hope it piques your interest and encourages you to find out more about my book, or even to buy it! #lovepyrenees #pyrenees #newbook
September 10, 2026 at 1:13 PM
This lovely little slide show was put together by my marketing friends @yalebooks.bsky.social using some of my photos. I hope it piques your interest and encourages you to find out more about my book, or even to buy it! #lovepyrenees #pyrenees #newbook
I spotted this fine collection of old tractors along the road from Pamplona to Roncesvalles in the Spanish Pyrenees. The three red ones in the foreground were made by Barreiros in the 1960s, a Spanish company which also manufactured automobiles and commercial vehicles. #lovepyrenees #tractors
September 9, 2026 at 7:46 AM
I spotted this fine collection of old tractors along the road from Pamplona to Roncesvalles in the Spanish Pyrenees. The three red ones in the foreground were made by Barreiros in the 1960s, a Spanish company which also manufactured automobiles and commercial vehicles. #lovepyrenees #tractors
A deliciously smelly book by my fellow-Yale University Press author, Will Tullett. Take a deep breath...
More positively I am really pleased that SNIFF: A HISTORY OF SMELLS is out today!! Published by @yalebooks.bsky.social and out in all good bookshops. It's a history of smell across time and space that takes in a panoply of pongs and perfume from paper and ink to stink bombs and whale oil.
September 8, 2026 at 12:44 PM
A deliciously smelly book by my fellow-Yale University Press author, Will Tullett. Take a deep breath...
PUBLISHED TODAY IN THE USA! When I was in Pamplona last week, I showed Ernest Hemingway my new book about the Pyrenees. His statue props up the bar inside the Cafe Iruña. I’m sure he’ll buy a copy, either here in Europe, or when he returns to his homeland. @yalebooks.bsky.social
September 8, 2026 at 7:52 AM
PUBLISHED TODAY IN THE USA! When I was in Pamplona last week, I showed Ernest Hemingway my new book about the Pyrenees. His statue props up the bar inside the Cafe Iruña. I’m sure he’ll buy a copy, either here in Europe, or when he returns to his homeland. @yalebooks.bsky.social
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Eric T. Jennings’s 'Vanilla: The History of an Extraordinary Bean' has been shortlisted for the 2026 Cundhill History Prize. In this Q&A, he talks about vanilla pollination, popularity of vanilla in the 19th century, and the environmental impact of vanilla production.
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/vanilla...
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/vanilla...
Vanilla: A Conversation with Eric T. Jennings - Yale University Press London
Eric T. Jennings’s Vanilla: The History of an Extraordinary Bean shares the rich history behind the plant. In this Q&A, we talk with the author about
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September 7, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Eric T. Jennings’s 'Vanilla: The History of an Extraordinary Bean' has been shortlisted for the 2026 Cundhill History Prize. In this Q&A, he talks about vanilla pollination, popularity of vanilla in the 19th century, and the environmental impact of vanilla production.
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/vanilla...
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/vanilla...
SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER – SUMMER FETE – CHALABRE 11230
For those of you who are lucky enough to be located in south-west France, why not join me at the summer fête being held TOMORROW by the Twilight retirement home for dogs? Clothes, jewellery, cakes, books and much more. Hope to see you there!
For those of you who are lucky enough to be located in south-west France, why not join me at the summer fête being held TOMORROW by the Twilight retirement home for dogs? Clothes, jewellery, cakes, books and much more. Hope to see you there!
September 4, 2026 at 5:17 AM
SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER – SUMMER FETE – CHALABRE 11230
For those of you who are lucky enough to be located in south-west France, why not join me at the summer fête being held TOMORROW by the Twilight retirement home for dogs? Clothes, jewellery, cakes, books and much more. Hope to see you there!
For those of you who are lucky enough to be located in south-west France, why not join me at the summer fête being held TOMORROW by the Twilight retirement home for dogs? Clothes, jewellery, cakes, books and much more. Hope to see you there!
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In this extract from his new book, Tom Licence explores the changing image of England’s last Anglo-Saxon king, from the Bayeux Tapestry to the Romantic and Victorian reinventions of Harold as a symbol of courage, sacrifice and English national identity.
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/harold-...
#MedievalSky
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#MedievalSky
Harold, 1066 and the Making of an English Hero - Yale University Press London
Harold II, the Battle of Hastings and the year 1066 are among the most familiar subjects in English history. But how did Harold become the heroic figure
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September 2, 2026 at 10:56 AM
In this extract from his new book, Tom Licence explores the changing image of England’s last Anglo-Saxon king, from the Bayeux Tapestry to the Romantic and Victorian reinventions of Harold as a symbol of courage, sacrifice and English national identity.
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/harold-...
#MedievalSky
yalebooks.co.uk/blog/harold-...
#MedievalSky
How wonderful to be included in this list!
We're six weeks away from publishing our first reviews, and we're already overwhelmed by the incredible books coming out. Here are 10 history books that we're excited to read in September--not including the ones we're covering in reviews/interviews! www.draftingthepast.com/books-were-l... #booksky 🗃️
New History Books We're Looking Forward to in September
Ten history books coming out this month that caught our eye
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September 1, 2026 at 8:41 PM
How wonderful to be included in this list!
SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER – SUMMER FETE – CHALABRE 11230
If you live in south-west France, why not join us at the summer fête being held by Twilight retirement home for dogs on 5 September? I shall be showcasing my latest book, ‘The Pyrenees: A Human History’, just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social
If you live in south-west France, why not join us at the summer fête being held by Twilight retirement home for dogs on 5 September? I shall be showcasing my latest book, ‘The Pyrenees: A Human History’, just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social
August 28, 2026 at 8:48 AM
SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER – SUMMER FETE – CHALABRE 11230
If you live in south-west France, why not join us at the summer fête being held by Twilight retirement home for dogs on 5 September? I shall be showcasing my latest book, ‘The Pyrenees: A Human History’, just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social
If you live in south-west France, why not join us at the summer fête being held by Twilight retirement home for dogs on 5 September? I shall be showcasing my latest book, ‘The Pyrenees: A Human History’, just published by @yalebooks.bsky.social
In 1086, King Sancho Ramirez began building the Castillo de Montearagón because he needed a base from which he would be able to direct the siege of Huesca, 5 km to the west. Eight years later, the king died within the walls of his castle from a wound suffered during the fighting. #lovepyrenees
August 27, 2026 at 6:57 AM
In 1086, King Sancho Ramirez began building the Castillo de Montearagón because he needed a base from which he would be able to direct the siege of Huesca, 5 km to the west. Eight years later, the king died within the walls of his castle from a wound suffered during the fighting. #lovepyrenees
Producing an elevator pitch is a challenge for authors and many other professionals. At the request of my publisher, @yalebooks.bsky.social I produced this 30-second video for my new book. I found it much easier to do than writing a couple of sentences on a computer screen. #newbook #pyrenees
August 25, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Producing an elevator pitch is a challenge for authors and many other professionals. At the request of my publisher, @yalebooks.bsky.social I produced this 30-second video for my new book. I found it much easier to do than writing a couple of sentences on a computer screen. #newbook #pyrenees
An impressive collection!
Confused about in which order to read the 12 volumes of the Outlaw Chronicles? This should help angusdonaldbooks.com/robin-hood/t...
The Outlaw Chronicles – the complete list in chronological order - Angus Donald Books
This is the complete list of the 12 novels and three short stories in my Outlaw Chronicles series about a gangster-ish Robin Hood
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August 23, 2026 at 1:15 PM
An impressive collection!
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Confused about in which order to read the 12 volumes of the Outlaw Chronicles? This should help angusdonaldbooks.com/robin-hood/t...
The Outlaw Chronicles – the complete list in chronological order - Angus Donald Books
This is the complete list of the 12 novels and three short stories in my Outlaw Chronicles series about a gangster-ish Robin Hood
angusdonaldbooks.com
August 22, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Confused about in which order to read the 12 volumes of the Outlaw Chronicles? This should help angusdonaldbooks.com/robin-hood/t...
You can read a nicely-illustrated extract from my Pyrenees book in ‘Geographical’, the official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society. Thank you, @yalebooks.bsky.social , for making this happen. #pyrenees #newbook geographical.co.uk/culture/the-...
The subterranean secrets of the Pyrenees
Colin Duncan Taylor reveals how human history is woven into the landscape, from the present day back to its very first inhabitants
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August 22, 2026 at 8:42 AM
You can read a nicely-illustrated extract from my Pyrenees book in ‘Geographical’, the official magazine of the Royal Geographical Society. Thank you, @yalebooks.bsky.social , for making this happen. #pyrenees #newbook geographical.co.uk/culture/the-...
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New Mountain Book: 'The Pyrenees' by Colin Duncan Taylor (@colinduncantaylor.com) jeremybassetti.com/on-mountains...
New Mountain Book: 'The Pyrenees' by Colin Duncan Taylor
Colin Duncan Taylor's new book explores the human history of 'The Pyrenees.'
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August 21, 2026 at 7:37 PM
New Mountain Book: 'The Pyrenees' by Colin Duncan Taylor (@colinduncantaylor.com) jeremybassetti.com/on-mountains...
Now in its 19th year, the Grand Raid des Pyrénées attracts 8,500 runners to its 8 trail running races. I took these photos yesterday during the 53 km Tour de Bastan. Perhaps they will encourage you to join the party next year, or maybe you’ll decide to stay well away! #pyrenees
August 21, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Now in its 19th year, the Grand Raid des Pyrénées attracts 8,500 runners to its 8 trail running races. I took these photos yesterday during the 53 km Tour de Bastan. Perhaps they will encourage you to join the party next year, or maybe you’ll decide to stay well away! #pyrenees
There must be easier ways to promote my book! The Tour de Bastan starts tomorrow morning at 07.00, 53 km and 3,000 meters of climbing in rugged mountain terrain. I hope I finish, preferably in less than 12 hours! @yalebooks.bsky.social
August 19, 2026 at 3:16 PM
There must be easier ways to promote my book! The Tour de Bastan starts tomorrow morning at 07.00, 53 km and 3,000 meters of climbing in rugged mountain terrain. I hope I finish, preferably in less than 12 hours! @yalebooks.bsky.social
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In his new book, @colinduncantaylor.com leads us through the human history of the Pyrenees, from the cave art of their first prehistoric inhabitants to today’s spa towns and ski resorts. #nonfiction #history #pyrenees
Out 25 Aug: yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300...
Out 25 Aug: yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300...
August 19, 2026 at 10:23 AM
In his new book, @colinduncantaylor.com leads us through the human history of the Pyrenees, from the cave art of their first prehistoric inhabitants to today’s spa towns and ski resorts. #nonfiction #history #pyrenees
Out 25 Aug: yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300...
Out 25 Aug: yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300...
One week today, my Pyrenees book will be published! Also, @yalebooks.bsky.social has just added a ‘See inside' button on its website so you can read a few chapters for free. The Kindle version is now on sale too. yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300... #newbook #lovepyrenees #FrHistory
August 18, 2026 at 7:35 AM
One week today, my Pyrenees book will be published! Also, @yalebooks.bsky.social has just added a ‘See inside' button on its website so you can read a few chapters for free. The Kindle version is now on sale too. yalebooks.co.uk/book/9780300... #newbook #lovepyrenees #FrHistory
A BOOK FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN SOCIAL HISTORY OR THE GEORGIAN PERIOD. ‘Masquerade’ traces the history of this elitist entertainment over a period of a century from 1713, with the help of the impresarios who staged these costly events, and the guests who attended them. @yalebooks.bsky.social
August 16, 2026 at 1:23 PM
A BOOK FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN SOCIAL HISTORY OR THE GEORGIAN PERIOD. ‘Masquerade’ traces the history of this elitist entertainment over a period of a century from 1713, with the help of the impresarios who staged these costly events, and the guests who attended them. @yalebooks.bsky.social
When the Franks were fighting the Moors in 778, Roland was pursued to the top of the left-hand rock. To escape, he spurred his steed into taking an enormous leap from one pillar to the next, a distance of 700 metres above a chasm 300 metres deep. Hence the name: Roland's Leap. #lovepyrenees
August 15, 2026 at 12:31 PM
When the Franks were fighting the Moors in 778, Roland was pursued to the top of the left-hand rock. To escape, he spurred his steed into taking an enormous leap from one pillar to the next, a distance of 700 metres above a chasm 300 metres deep. Hence the name: Roland's Leap. #lovepyrenees
“Although older than the Alps, the Pyrenees remain far less well known . . . Taylor's account is an absorbing romp through this human story.”—Ettie Neil-Gallacher, ‘The Field’, August 2026. What nice words from the first press review of my new book! #bookreview @yalebooks.bsky.social
August 14, 2026 at 9:12 AM
“Although older than the Alps, the Pyrenees remain far less well known . . . Taylor's account is an absorbing romp through this human story.”—Ettie Neil-Gallacher, ‘The Field’, August 2026. What nice words from the first press review of my new book! #bookreview @yalebooks.bsky.social
WHAT IS A SPEAR-THROWER? Well, it’s not this lady throwing a spear, and the video reveals the answer. You can discover much more about Pyrenean prehistoric life in my new book, THE PYRENEES: A HUMAN HISTORY, published by the fantastec @yalebooks.bsky.social
#lovepyrenees #pyrenees #FrHistory
#lovepyrenees #pyrenees #FrHistory
August 13, 2026 at 6:58 AM
WHAT IS A SPEAR-THROWER? Well, it’s not this lady throwing a spear, and the video reveals the answer. You can discover much more about Pyrenean prehistoric life in my new book, THE PYRENEES: A HUMAN HISTORY, published by the fantastec @yalebooks.bsky.social
#lovepyrenees #pyrenees #FrHistory
#lovepyrenees #pyrenees #FrHistory