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Antiques Roadshow 2024 - Firstsite 2

Antiques Roadshow 2024 – Firstsite 2

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Antiques Roadshow 2024 – Firstsite 2: The Antiques Roadshow has made its way to the captivating Firstsite contemporary art gallery in Colchester, Essex. It’s here that stories of history and nostalgia unravel through an eclectic array of treasures, each one offering a unique window into the past. From a wartime wedding dress that whispers tales of enduring love to a copper dish twice saved from an undignified fate in a skip, the gallery pulses with the emotions, memories, and resilience of history. Among the gallery’s many wonders, Cristian Beadman is charmed by what he considers one of the finest singing […]

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Antiques Roadshow 2024 - Thirlestane Castle 2

Antiques Roadshow 2024 – Thirlestane Castle 2

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The enchanting Thirlestane Castle in the heart of the Scottish Borders opens its doors for another fascinating episode of Antiques Roadshow 2024. This majestic estate, nestled among rolling hills and rich history, provides the perfect backdrop for a treasure trove of discoveries, each with its own story to tell—some unexpected, others deeply personal.

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The Ascent of Man episode 2 - The Harvest of the Seasons

The Ascent of Man episode 2 – The Harvest of the Seasons

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The Ascent of Man episode 2 – The Harvest of the Seasons – Dr. Jacob Bronowski’s seminal work dives deep into the intricate tapestry of the social and intellectual progression of humanity. Over countless millennia, we, as a species, have evolved and transformed in myriad ways. His account sheds light on one of the most pivotal shifts in this journey: the transition from a nomadic way of life, where open pastures were our transient homes, to a settled agricultural society, deeply rooted in the land.     In his exploration, Bronowski details the magnitude and significance of the domestication of

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The Ascent of Man episode 1 - Lower than the Angels

The Ascent of Man episode 1 – Lower than the Angels

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From the vast, open horizons of the Great Rift Valley in East Africa, Jacob Bronowski embarks on a compelling narrative in the first episode. This valley, with its rich tapestry of history and geology, is believed to be the birthplace of humankind, the stage upon which our earliest ancestors first set foot.

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