Bettany Hughes

Bettany Hughes is a British historian and broadcaster. She is a professor of ancient history at Queen Mary University of London and has written several books on ancient history. Hughes has presented several documentaries on ancient history, including the BBC's 'Ancient Greece' series. She is known for her engaging and accessible approach to complex historical topics. Hughes has also worked as a journalist and has written for several publications, including The Guardian and The Times. She is a frequent contributor to BBC Radio 4's 'In Our Time' program.