In Conversation | Greek myths in the Middle Ages- with Stephen Fry
This is History: A Dynasty to Die For
Stephen Fry joins Dan to discuss his latest book, Odyssey, and how Greek myths have delighted people for thousands of years, right through the Middle Ages to the current day. Plus, Britain’s secret origins as “a new Troy”.
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Hosted by Dan Jones and Stephen Fry
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In Conversation | Greek myths in the Middle Ages- with Stephen Fry
For this spin-off series, This Is History heads to mediaeval Africa to meet the legendary Mansa Musa, emperor of Mali.
How did one man’s generosity upend a continent’s economy? Power, wealth, redemption, and legacy—get ready for the astonishing true story of the richest man who ever lived.
Join historian Luke Pepera as he unravels the untold story of Musa’s rise to power, his unimaginable wealth, and the unintended consequences of his legacy.
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