Historians

BC Booklook On April 1st, 2026, British Columbia’s literary and historical community paused to recognize a figure whose career has long been woven into the province’s intellectual fabric. Barry Gough—historian, teacher, and author—was named the recipient of the prestigious George Woodcock Lifetime Achievement Award, an honour reserved for those whose contributions to letters have shaped…

Good History Margaret MacMillan is a Canadian historian and author known for her expertise in international history, particularly related to war and diplomacy. She has written several acclaimed books, including “Paris 1919: Six Months That Changed the World” and “The War That Ended Peace: The Road to 1914.” Margaret MacMillan is known for her emphasis…