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Jim Al-Khalili tells the story of the great leap in scientific knowledge that took place in the Islamic world between the 8th and 14th centuries. Show more
Three brothers cycle on the trail of ancient warrior Hannibal. On the east coast of Spain, they pass through Elche's palms, Benidorm's beaches and Valencia's zoo. Show more
In this nostalgic look at life for campers, twitchers, ramblers and metal detectors, Mark Benton examines the history of the British fresh air freak. Show more
Comedy drama set on a camp site in southern France, featuring a diverse assortment of characters.
Ian Hislop uncovers the story behind the book which kick-started the Scout movement, Robert Baden-Powell's handbook Scouting for Boys, written in 1908. Show more
In this nostalgic look at life for campers, twitchers, ramblers and metal detectors, Mark Benton examines the history of the British fresh air freak. Show more
Three brothers cycle on the trail of ancient warrior Hannibal. On the east coast of Spain, they pass through Elche's palms, Benidorm's beaches and Valencia's zoo. Show more
Andrew Graham-Dixon investigates the life and death of the Baroque artist Caravaggio, who died in 1610 aged only 39, after a life full of violent incident. Show more
In this nostalgic look at life for campers, twitchers, ramblers and metal detectors, Mark Benton examines the history of the British fresh air freak. Show more
