Why are ripe pomegranates and some squashed grapes such key archaeological finds from the ancient city of Pompeii? Natalie discusses with archaeologist Dr Sophie Hay. Show more
Dancing, sport, singing and poetry: all part of the education of Spartan women. By the standards of the ancient world, they had it good. With Professor Edith Hall. Show more
A six-book poem on philosophy and physics? Sounds a bit dry? Lucretius's contemporaries and poetic descendants raved about it, even Cicero, who is mean about everyone. Show more
