Read Smart: In conversation with Justin Marozzi

Tune into the next 'In Conversation' podcast, where we chat to Justin Marozzi, who has been shortlisted for his book, Captives and Companions. Justin traces the extraordinary variety of enslavement in the Islamic world, which ranged from agricultural labour and domestic toil to elite concubinage, guardianship of sacred spaces, political leadership and even military command.

Listen now to hear all about it. This podcast is generously supported by the Blavatnik Family Foundation. To keep up with all of our Prize news all year round, follow @BGPrize on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.