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A History of the World in 100 Objects Omnibus

A History of the World in 100 Objects Omnibus: Ancient pleasures, modern spice (AD 1 - 500)

Ancient Pleasures, Modern Spice (AD 1 - 500)

Ancient pleasures, modern spice (AD 1 - 500)

BBC Radio 4 - A History of the World in 100 Objects Omnibus, Ancient pleasures, modern spice (AD 1 - 500)

Neil MacGregor retells humanity's history through the objects it has made

Neil MacGregor continues his global history as told through objects from the British Museum's collection. This week - the persuit of pleasure 2000 years ago.

Neil MacGregor, the director of the British Museum in London, continues his global history as told through objects from the Museum's collection. In this episode, Neil is exploring the ways in which people were seeking pleasure around the world 2000 years ago, from pipe smoking in North America to court etiquette in China and the conspicuous consumption of pepper in Roman England.  But he begins his investigation with a silver cup that offers a rare glimpse into the world of sex in ancient Rome.
Producers:  Paul Kobrak and Anthony Denselow

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