
An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter
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An Evening with Ian Mortimer is a literary event scheduled to take place in Exeter on 8th October 2026. Dr Ian Mortimer will discuss his work Through the Windows of an Ordinary House at Waterstones.
Join us as we welcome Dr Ian Mortimer to discuss Through the Windows of an Ordinary House.
Dr. Ian Mortimer is the bestselling author of the Timetraveller's Guides as well as four critically acclaimed medieval biographies , a prize winning novel and more.
This new book traces 900 years of the nation's history through Mearsdon, the centuries-old house in deepest Devon now inhabited by Mortimer and his family.
Ian will be giving a short presentation, answering questions and signing copies of this fascinating and pioneering social history.
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An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter takes place on Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 19:00.
An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter is held at Waterstones in Exeter (252 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3PZ).
Tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter range from £3 to £28. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter
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An Evening with Ian Mortimer is a literary event scheduled to take place in Exeter on 8th October 2026. Dr Ian Mortimer will discuss his work Through the Windows of an Ordinary House at Waterstones.
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Join us as we welcome Dr Ian Mortimer to discuss Through the Windows of an Ordinary House.
Dr. Ian Mortimer is the bestselling author of the Timetraveller's Guides as well as four critically acclaimed medieval biographies , a prize winning novel and more.
This new book traces 900 years of the nation's history through Mearsdon, the centuries-old house in deepest Devon now inhabited by Mortimer and his family.
Ian will be giving a short presentation, answering questions and signing copies of this fascinating and pioneering social history.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter?
An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter takes place on Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter taking place?
An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter is held at Waterstones in Exeter (252 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3PZ).
How much are tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter?
Tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter range from £3 to £28. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter?
Tickets for An Evening with Ian Mortimer - Exeter can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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