Shows how British pop trailblazers The Yardbirds helped to shape rock music.
A superbly illustrated history of the turban, from Arabian origins to global cultural icon.
South Africa’s visual history from colonialism to democracy, through iconic photography.
A nuanced account of the life and work of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.
An exploration of both the reality and the spectre of waste throughout history.
A clear-eyed account of the totemic economic thinkers Hayek and Keynes.
A breathtaking exploration that intertwines imaginary cities and real-world urban innovations.
The emergence, evolution and global spread of nightclubs and electronic dance music.
A humane, thoughtful and yet clear-eyed history of people with learning disabilities.
The controversial, turbulent life and violent death of Thomas Becket.
An engaging exploration of why menus matter and the stories they tell.
An exploration of transgression and shame in British folklore and customs.