The Poetry of History - Series 2
Jonathan Bate presents a series examining historical events through the poetry they inspired
The Poetry of History - Series 2 - Annus Mirabilis: The Year of Wonders
Jonathan Bate examines historical events through the poetry they inspired. 3/4: Annus Mirabilis: The Year of Wonders, by John Dryden, reveals an enthusiasm for the events of 1666.
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The Poetry of History - Series 2 - Death of King George V
Jonathan Bate examines historical events through the poetry they inspired. 4/4: John Betjeman's Death of King George V captures a subtle shift in the Britain where he had grown up.
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The Poetry of History - Series 2 - Di Great Insohreckshan
Jonathan Bate examines historical events through the poetry they inspired. 2/4: Linton Kwesi Johnson's poem Di Great Insohreckshan recalls the Brixton riots of April 1981.
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The Poetry of History - Series 2 - The Battle of Maldon
Jonathan Bate presents a series examining historical events through the poetry they inspired. 1/4: The Battle of Maldon. The 991 engagement is remembered in the traditional poem.
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