Ben Macintyre
Praise for The Siege
Ben Macintyre has established himself as the pre-eminent historian of the secret world, his work opening doors most of us didn’t know were there. His books have set the gold standard for accurate histo ...
Mick Herron
Macintyre has a knack for finding the most fascinating storylines in history
David Grann, author of The Wager and Killers of the Flower Moon
Macintyre writes with the diligence and insight of a journalist, and the panache of a born storyteller.
John Banville, The Guardian
Ben Macintyre has established himself as the pre-eminent historian of the secret world, his work opening doors most of us didn’t know were there. His books have set the gold standard for accurate histo ...
Mick Herron
Macintyre has a knack for finding the most fascinating storylines in history
David Grann, author of The Wager and Killers of the Flower Moon
Macintyre writes with the diligence and insight of a journalist, and the panache of a born storyteller.
John Banville, The Guardian
Ben Macintyre has established himself as the pre-eminent historian of the secret world, his work opening doors most of us didn’t know were there. His books have set the gold standard for accurate histo ...
Mick Herron
Macintyre has a knack for finding the most fascinating storylines in history
David Grann, author of The Wager and Killers of the Flower Moon
Macintyre writes with the diligence and insight of a journalist, and the panache of a born storyteller.
John Banville, The Guardian
Books by Ben Macintyre
Articles featuring Ben Macintyre
Events
06 May 2025
An Evening with Ben Macintyre
Join Village Books and Alleyn’s Schools Enterprises for an evening with Ben Macintyre where he’ll be discussing his book Siege: The Remarkable Story of the Greatest SAS Hostage Drama.
Alleyn's School, Townley Rd, East Dulwich, London, UK
07 May 2025
The Siege | Winchester Books Festival
Join Ben Macintyre as he delivers the first definitive account of the infamous 1980 Iranian Embassy siege, a moment that captivated millions and changed the way the nation viewed the SAS.
The Middle Brook Centre, Middle Brook Street, Winchester, UK
08 May 2025
RGS with Sim Harris and John Gunn
Britain’s best-selling historian Ben Macintyre tells the extraordinary story of the SAS storming of the Iranian embassy in London – joined live on stage by former hostage Sim Harris and advisor to the police, John Gunn.
How To Academy, 10 Northburgh Street York Way, London, UK
14 May 2025
Lunch with Ben Macintyre | Auckland Writers Festival
Don’t miss hearing from Ben as he shares insights about his distinguished career, with a unique chance to ask your own questions.
Supported by the Michael King Writers Centre.
Origine, Commercial Bay, Auckland, NZ
16 May 2025
Ben Macintyre: Living History | Interviewed by Finaly Macdonald | Auckland Writers Festival
Ben's latest book – The Siege – has been called “masterly” by the New York Times and been kept in the bestseller lists by his legions of readers.
He speaks with Finlay Macdonald.
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, Auckland, NZ
17 May 2025
Inside the Iranian Embassy Siege | Event with Tom Morell | Auckland Writers Festival
In this very special session, Macintyre meets Morell – now in his 80s and living in Aotearoa New Zealand – in person for the first time and together they unveil one of the most notable chapters in the history of the SAS. Chaired by Anna Fifield.
Hunua Room, Aotea Centre, Auckland, NZ
22 May 2025
In Conversation with Sally Warhaft
Drawing on unpublished materials, Macintyre delivers the minute-by-minute account of the saga and its dramatic resolution.
He joins Sally Warhaft at The Wheeler Centre for a special edition of The Fifth Estate.
The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
24 May 2025
Sydney Writers Festival| Ben Macintyre: The Siege
Drawing on unpublished materials, Macintyre delivers the minute-by-minute account of the saga and its dramatic resolution.
He joins Sally Warhaft at The Wheeler Centre for a special edition of The Fifth Estate.
Carriageworks, Bay 17
245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, NSW, 2015, Australia
25 May 2025
Sydney Writers Festival | Spies, Lies and Secrets
Undercover agents aren't just the stuff of stories for writers Jack Beaumont and Ben Macintyre. Hear these two connoisseurs of the clandestine share the truth behind the spy stories that thrill us. With Matthew Condon.
Carriageworks, Bay 17
245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, NSW, 2015, Australia
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