What if the commonly accepted narratives about the foundation of civilization are all wrong? Drawing on groundbreaking research, archaeologist David Wengrow challenges traditional thinking about the social evolution of humanity -- from...

India’s dramatic changes over the past decade and a half have created opportunities and growth never before imagined by the country’s billion plus people. These changes have brought new ideas, attitudes, values, and hope into the...

Pupil outcome: I can explain why Orwell wrote 'Animal Farm'. Key learning points: - Orwell was influenced by his varied life experiences - Orwell was against authoritarian regimes and viewed his writing as a way to criticise the abuse of...

Pupil outcome: I can analyse how Stevenson uses his descriptions of Victorian London to explore the impact of the Industrial Revolution. Key learning points: - Victorian London was noisy, overcrowded, and diverse, with people from...

Pupil outcome: I can analyse how Stevenson's depictions of Hyde convey the impact of Industrial Revolution on Victorian behaviour. Key learning points: - Vice was common in Victorian society; the wealthy could hide it, while the poor...

Pupil outcome: I can compare how Dickens presents the Christmas celebrations of characters from different social classes. Key learning points: - Christmas for wealthy Victorians was a time of extravagant parties, feasts and gift giving....

Pupil outcome: I can analyse how Dickens uses his descriptions of setting to depict Victorian London. Key learning points: - Victorian London was noisy, overcrowded and diverse, with people from various cultural backgrounds and social...

Colonial America housed many diverse inhabitants—from the enslaved to the gentry—each contributing to society in different ways.

An overview at the music of the dynastic period of Egypt