Emily Mayhew

About the Author

Emily Mayhew is a distinguished historian and author specializing in the human dimensions of modern warfare. With a PhD in the history of science and a fellowship at Imperial College London, she brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work, blending meticulous archival research with empathetic storytelling. Her acclaimed book, Wounded: A New History of the Western Front in World War I, reexamines the medical and personal toll of the Great War through the eyes of soldiers, surgeons, and survivors, offering fresh insights into the chaos of trench warfare and the birth of trauma care. Mayhew's writing illuminates the overlooked narratives of conflict, making complex historical events accessible and profoundly moving for contemporary readers. She continues to lecture and write on the intersections of medicine, technology, and war.