15 AUGUST 1998, page 39

A Meeting With Sir Steven Runciman

James Owen H istory and Sir Steven Runciman have long walked hand in hand. They have been sweethearts since childhood, but having turned 95 last month, the great his- torian of......

The Spectator Bookshop

BooksoftheWeek The Safe House by Nicci French A terrifying story about those we love. 'a strong atmospheric and intelligent thriller.' Harriet Waugh, The Spectator N is for......