Bettany Hughes is a British historian, author, and broadcaster known for her specialism in ancient and medieval history and culture. Born on May 31, 1967, Hughes has an academic background in Ancient and Medieval History from the University of Oxford. She has presented numerous documentary series on television about ancient civilizations and historical figures, which have been acclaimed for their insight and accessibility. Besides her television work, Hughes has also written several books, including "Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore," "The Hemlock Cup: Socrates, Athens and the Search for the Good Life," and "Istanbul: A Tale of Three Cities," which explore the complexities of historical and mythological subjects with scholarly depth. Through her work, Hughes has gained a reputation for her ability to bring historical topics to life for a wide audience.