Dr Neil MacGregor

A History of the World in 100 Objects by Dr Neil MacGregor is a captivating journey through human history, uniquely told through the examination of one hundred carefully selected artefacts from the extensive collection of the British Museum. This masterfully crafted narrative spans two million years and delves deep into the past, presenting a mosaic of historical moments that have...

Living with the Gods by Dr Neil MacGregor offers an extraordinary exploration of humanity's enduring search for meaning and our connections to the divine. This panoramic study investigates how beliefs shape us, tracing the rich tapestry of narratives that societies have developed to understand their place in the cosmos. Far from a simplistic historical recount, MacGregor's examination delves into the...

For the past 140 years, Germany has been the central power in continental Europe. Twenty-five years ago, a new German state came into being. How much do we really understand this new Germany, and how do its people now understand themselves? From Neil MacGregor, the author of A History of the World in 100 Objects, this is a view of...