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Documentary series. A look at some of the largest and most elaborate maps ever produced, including the largest atlas in the world, The Klencke Atlas. Show more
Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession
Episode 3: Mapping the World
1 hour on BBC Four
Available for years
Professor Jerry Brotton uncovers how maps are snapshots of a moment in history and offer visions of distant lands, tempting explorers to plunder and conquer. Show more
Alastair Sooke explores the evolution of the gentleman's suit, which has evolved from working man's Sunday best to the casual wear of royalty over the last 100 years. Show more
Drama series about Jackie Peyton, a no-nonsense emergency room nurse based in New York. Jackie's hard stance towards Eddie softens after an argument with Kevin. Show more
Series following a year in the life of four schools in Damascus. At Zaki Al Arsouzi Girls' School, new pupil Dua'a must adapt to a more liberal environment. Show more
Swedish detective drama series. When a security van is robbed, Wallander suspects a leak inside the security company. Wallander seeks some expert advice from an old friend. Show more
Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession
Episode 3: Mapping the World
1 hour on BBC Four
Available for years
Professor Jerry Brotton uncovers how maps are snapshots of a moment in history and offer visions of distant lands, tempting explorers to plunder and conquer. Show more
Series following a year in the life of four schools in Damascus. At Zaki Al Arsouzi Girls' School, new pupil Dua'a must adapt to a more liberal environment. Show more
Alastair Sooke explores the evolution of the gentleman's suit, which has evolved from working man's Sunday best to the casual wear of royalty over the last 100 years. Show more