Curse of the Ancients with Alice Roberts
Overview
Professor Alice Roberts explores the groundbreaking discoveries made by scientists as they uncover evidence of catastrophic events from history and their far-reaching impacts. The series delves into a range of disasters, including wars, earthquakes, floods, and famines, illustrating how these pivotal occurrences have influenced the development of our contemporary world. Through captivating storytelling and expert analysis, viewers gain insight into the forces that have shaped human civilization over time.
Episodes
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1
Ancient Global Warming
Professor Alice Roberts explores the evolution of civilizations from 6100 BCE through the conclusion of the Bronze Age. This era was marked by remarka...
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2
Rome’s Rise and Fall
Professor Alice Roberts delves into the ascent of the Roman Empire, one of history’s most remarkable civilizations, seeking to uncover the key to it...
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3
The Darkest Age
This episode delves into the tumultuous final days of the Roman Empire, highlighting the chaotic power vacuum that followed its fall and the widesprea...
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4
God’s Holy Warriors
Professor Alice Roberts uncovers how archaeologists are illuminating one of history's most enigmatic eras. Following the fall of Rome, Europe experien...
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5
Medieval Mystery
In the concluding episode of Curse of the Ancients, Professor Alice Roberts delves into one of Europe’s most cursed eras: the Middle Ages. Archaeolo...
