A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue
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A Point of View
Alain de Botton on our inability to concentrate.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Professor Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the end of the get-rich-quick era.
A Point of View
Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Simon Schama reflects on the history of political rhetoric and televised debates.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Clive James gives his take on the adult film industry.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine ponders debt in the Renaissance.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine on the need for climate scientists to take care when they inform and persuade
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Lisa Jardine reflects on the valuable example of the chemist Dorothy Hodgkin.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
Tim Egan of the New York Times reflects on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Clive James is relieved that his office is not featured in the Writers' Rooms exhibition.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Harold Evans.
A Point of View
Katharine Whitehorn reflects on images of women in the media.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the significance of the word 'election'.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine welcomes the advent of electronic books but retains her passion for print.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Harold Evans.
A Point of View
Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Simon Schama celebrates New Zealand's history and regrets talk of joining with Australia.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine asks if we are too wedded to the idea of owning our own family home.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on the power of music and the value of musical education.
A Point of View
Simon Schama reflects that when times are hard people seem to prefer tough leaders.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James explores the question of national identity.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Harold Evans.
A Point of View
Katharine Whitehorn on the aged and the part they have to play in mainstream society.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James argues that the days of mindless Hollywood action are over.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine on the challenge of delivering the right level of supplies for public use.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Harold Evans.
A Point of View
Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the resignation of the Prime Minister's senior aide Damian McBride
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Joan Bakewell with her topical reflections.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and former MP Brian Walden presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on the art and dangers of writing secret missives.
A Point of View
Simon Schama looks forward to spring with personal reflections on the changing seasons.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the burden of wrapping presents.
A Point of View
Katharine Whitehorn considers the importance and influence of words.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James turns his attention to swearing.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine on the importance of science education for national prosperity.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Harold Evans.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Clive James wonders about the progress of feminism.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine ponders the effect of recession on the lingerie industry.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
David Cannadine reflects on the teaching of history in schools.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on the importance for history of the recording of personal memories.
A Point of View
Simon Schama reflects on the politics surrounding President Obama's healthcare reforms.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on life after the grave and Shakespeare's beliefs.
A Point of View
Katharine Whitehorne reflects on diseconomies of scale.
A Point of View
Clive James' take on the downfall of Australian judge Marcus Einfeld.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Clive James.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James argues that the film version of history is in danger of replacing reality.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine on the reputations of US presidents during and after their time in office.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Prof David Cannadine.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Katharine Whitehorn.
A Point of View
Harry Evans wonders whether the term 'banker' will ever be restored to its former prestige
A Point of View
Broadcaster and writer Clive James presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lucy Kellaway.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Tim Egan of the New York Times.
A Point of View
Clive James gives his take on yachts, the US election and James Bond.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on the history and political significance of fireworks.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on the colourful career of the founder of the British Museum.
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Simon Schama reflects on eating habits in America and a growing enthusiasm for good food.
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Alain de Botton asks if museums are our new churches.
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Sarah Dunant owns up to being part of the greediest generation - the baby boomers.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the revelation of the identity of Belle de Jour.
A Point of View
Book-lover Lisa Jardine muses on her latest conversion to the e-book.
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Simon Schama reflects on the political dramas in Britain following the general election.
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Lisa Jardine on the conflict between her twin passions - saving money and lavish baking.
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David Cannadine reflects on Britain's forgotten history of coalition government.
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Sarah Dunant reflects on public attitudes in the past to conspicuous consumption.
A Point of View
Joan Bakewell celebrates the art of diary writing.
A Point of View
David Cannadine looks back at the ceremonies which marked the end of Britain's empire.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on democracy, MPs' expenses and the Oxford Poetry Professorship.
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Joan Bakewell with her topical reflections.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the global responsibility of feminists in the west.
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Simon Schama reflects on the power and symbolism of the oak tree in British history.
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Clive James reflects on the media coverage of man-made global warming.
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Clive James reflects on the seductive allure of illegal narcotics.
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Sarah Dunant finds religion a powerful lens for a fresh look at history.
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Lisa Jardine puts an historical perspective on the upcoming government spending cuts.
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Clive James warns of the dangers of a new plan for calculating funding for universities.
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Joan Bakewell reflects on the process of ageing and the efforts of science to reverse it.
A Point of View
Lisa Jardine reflects on memory and muses at her newly acquired facility to recite Horace.
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Lisa Jardine reflects on changing fashions in architecture over the last four centuries.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on democracy, MPs' expenses and the Oxford Poetry Professorship.
A Point of View
Clive James reflects on the postal workers' dispute.
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Clive James vents his frustration at automated customer systems.
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David Cannadine reflects on the relationship between political and military leaders.
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Joan Bakewell reflects on the irreplaceable value of reading.
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Lisa Jardine reflects on how reputations are won and lost.
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Joan Bakewell reflects on organised religion and secular society's attitudes to sex.
A Point of View
Clive James wonders what the Poet Laureateship says about the British attitude to poetry.
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David Cannadine traces the remarkable history of the Asian elephant.
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Clive James reflects on the spirit in which sport is played.
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David Cannadine celebrates the joys of South London via Raymond Chandler and PG Wodehouse.
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Sarah Dunant reflects on the character of the new generation of students.
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Clive James reflects on the human condition and the need for liberal democracy to spread.
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Simon Schama reflects on the timeless drama of British politics.
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Alain de Botton gives a philosopher's take on our ecological dilemmas.
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Clive James reflects on the importance of scepticism in every walk of life.
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David Cannadine reveals the colourful history of passports and identity cards.
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Clive James celebrates the honouring of Sir Keith Park with a statue in Trafalgar Square.
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David Cannadine reflects on the history and traditions of America's Memorial Day.
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David Cannadine reflects on the distinctive style of American graduation ceremonies.
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Lisa Jardine reflects on the extraordinary tapestries in London for the Pope's visit.
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Sarah Dunant sees the balance between past and present epitomised at Kensington Palace.
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Sarah Dunant pays tribute to outstanding women teachers who inspired her own generation.
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David Cannadine reflects on the power of volcanoes and our fascination with Pompeii.
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Alain de Botton with a controversial view of the teaching of humanities in universities.
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Simon Schama reflects on the meaning of money as represented by coins and notes and in art
A Point of View
A weekly reflection on a topical issue.