The Roman Denarius and the Euro: A precedent for monetary union? A look at the way the Roman Empire has sometimes...
To Wear or Not to Wear: Changing social norms with regard to eyewear Studying the history of spectacles brings together the twin themes...
The Life and Work of Mervyn Peake Often described as the ultimate Renaissance Man, Mervyn Peake was...
Emerging Markets and Climate Change This lecture considers the economic impact of climate change on...
Culture and Resistance: Indigenous Responses to a Globalised World This lecture looks at the place occupied by indigenous cultures...
Science's First Mistake: Delusions In Pursuit of Theory? Science is a perpetual search for new ideas, but this...
Sir Hans Sloane: 350 years of preserving history An overview of the history of botanical collecting: the characters...