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Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession

Map expert Professor Jerry Brotton uncovers how maps aren't simply about getting from A to B, but are revealing snapshots of defining moments in history and tools of political power and persuasion.

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom BBC Four (2010 - 2010)
Schedule: Sundays at 21:00 (60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type: Documentary
Episodes ordered: 3 episodes

Official site: www.bbc.co.uk

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Previous Episode

Mapping the World

Episode 1x03; May 2, 2010

Professor Jerry Brotton uncovers how maps are snapshots of a moment in history and offer visions of distant lands, tempting explorers to plunder and conquer.

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x03: Mapping the WorldMay 2, 2010
1x02: Spirit of the AgeApr 25, 2010
1x01: Windows on the WorldApr 18, 2010
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