Neil MacGregor retells humanity's history through the objects it has made. This week he explores how industrialisation, mass politics and imperial ambitions changed the world. Show more
A look at the long process that led to the world becoming truly globalised, as Europe begins to build its maritime trade empires in 16th Century AD. Show more
Neil MacGregor retells humanity's history through the objects it has made. He concludes the series with five objects that have helped shape our contemporary landscape. Show more
Neil MacGregor retells humanity's history through the objects it has made. This week he examines the often troubled relationship between Europe and the rest of the world during the 18th century. Show more
Neil MacGregor retells humanity's history through the objects it has made. He explores how tolerance, or intolerance of the beliefs and faith of others affected the world some 400 years ago. Show more
