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OU on the BBC: Romantics
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Recalling the turbulent lives of pioneers of romantic thought.
Recalling the turbulent lives of pioneers of romantic thought.
- Duration: 5 mins
- Published on: Wednesday 21st September 2005
- Introductory Level
- Posted under: What's On
First broadcast: Saturday 21 Jan 2006 on BBC TWO
Romantics in more depth:
OU on the BBC: Romantics - About the series
Find out more about the BBC/OU's television series looking at the Romantic movement in history, presented by historical writer Peter Ackroyd. Read more : OU on the BBC: Romantics - About the series
OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Eternity
This programme in the BBC/OU's Romantics series is the story of a search for meaning, in a world without God. Read more : OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Eternity
OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Liberty
This programme in the BBC/OU's Romantics series explores the birth of the individual in modern society. Read more : OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Liberty
OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Nature
This programme in the BBC/OU's Romantics series examines the birth of the modern notion of nature. Read more : OU on the BBC: Romantics - Programme Summary - Nature
OU on the BBC: Romantics - Meet Peter Ackroyd
Get to know your host and guide, an acclaimed writer and expert on the period. Meet Peter Ackroyd. Read more : OU on the BBC: Romantics - Meet Peter Ackroyd
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