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Medieval Britain
The Black Death | Europe: A Natural History
How the black death was spread in the late 1340's.
In Search of Medieval Britain: Smailholm Tower and the Border Reivers
Dr Alixe Bovey makes series of journeys through Britain in the Middle Ages.
Magna Carta: The Road to Magna Carta
Melvyn Bragg discovers how turmoil in medieval England resulted in Magna Carta in 1215.
In Our Time: The Black Death
Melvyn Bragg and guests examine the Black Death and its effect on medieval society.
Omnibus: Bubonic Plague
A look at the medieval disease which is still active in 21 countries.
In Our Time: The Peasants' Revolt
Melvyn Bragg examines the 1381 Peasants’ Revolt, a pivotal moment in England’s history.
Law in Action: Magna Carta 800 Years On
How much of today's law really comes from Magna Carta?
Magna Carta: The Legacy of Magna Carta
Melvyn Bragg examines the 800-year legacy of Magna Carta.
A Modern Magna Carta
Baroness Helena Kennedy designs a Magna Carta for the 21st century.
Conflict and Co-operation: A History of Trade: The Black Death
Paul Seabright investigates the links between trade and disease.
In Our Time: Third Crusade
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the highs and lows of the Third Crusade.
King Lear: Lighting
The full performance is no longer available King Lear is a brutal portrait of a man unraveling; pitted against his...