First Contact/The Cult of Progress

Released: July 5, 2018
Length: 5 hrs 31 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Profile Audio

In Civilisations, David Olusoga explores the interconnected histories of nations through the lens of art and cultural exchange, spanning from the Age of Discovery to the Industrial Revolution. The series examines how moments of contact, progress, and upheaval have shaped the development of civilizations worldwide, revealing the shared cultural stories behind significant historical events.

general historical fiction

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