Ancient Egypt Courses

A Historian Goes to the Movies: Ancient Rome

74 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

The glory of ancient Rome meets the grandeur of modern Hollywood in these 12 lectures that examine the historical accuracy of Ben-Hur, Gladiator, and other classic sword-and-sandal epics.

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• 6 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Remarkable Science of Ancient Astronomy

70 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Discover the ancient sky with an award-winning teacher and noted astronomer.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Pagan World: Ancient Religions before Christianity

67 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Take a close, behind-the-scenes look at religion and life in the ancient Mediterranean world to see how early pagan religions helped shape the world as we know it today.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Cities of the Ancient World

61 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

From Uruk and Jericho to Athens and Rome, explore ancient urban landscapes and draw connections between the cities of centuries past and those of our modern world.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Living History: Experiencing Great Events of the Ancient and Medieval Worlds

59 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore the great moments of human history through the eyes of everyday citizens in this one-of-a-kind course.

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• 12 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Architecture of Power: Great Palaces of the Ancient World

35 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore the nature of political power and cultural tradition around the world through history’s most opulent, breathtaking palaces, accompanied by an expert guide.

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• 12 hours 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Persuasion and Propaganda in Ancient Rome: Cicero's Oratory

27 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Uncover the secrets of ancient Roman rhetoric—that which has given life to our modern debate, speeches, and even mud-slinging.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Great Board Games of the Ancient World

23 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Learn the fascinating origins of some of the world’s most beloved games of luck and strategy with an expert on gaming history.</p>

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• 6 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Creation Stories of the Ancient World

16 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Encounter the grandeur of ancient creation stories of the Mediterranean and explore the values, beliefs, and theologies of early civilizations.

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• 5 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Classical Legacy: Ancient Greece and Rome

8 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join an award-winning professor to take a new look at the roots of modern fixtures such as the shopping mall and tailgating to uncover their very, very early beginnings.

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• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

The Ancient Olympics

7 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Join a renowned history professor to uncover the stories of the ancient Greek Olympic games and discover just how far these legendary games have come in the world.</p>

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• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Alexander Guitar

Top 5 Ancient Middle Eastern Melodies - Guitar Lessons with Tabs

Master five ancient Middle Eastern melodies with religious themes on guitar, complete with tabs. Features Bethlehem, Nazareth, Jerusalem, Promised Land, and Holy Sunday in Drop D and standard tuning.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Earth Sciences, University of Liverpool

Exploring Ancient Magnetism with 3D X-ray Imaging and Magnetic Simulations

Discover how 3D X-ray imaging and magnetic simulations help analyze ancient magnetism in rocks, focusing on vortex-state grains that record Earth's magnetic history despite challenges in experimental characterization.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

How To Host An Ancient Roman Dinner

Discover the art of hosting an authentic Ancient Roman dinner, from traditional recipes to dining customs, with insights into flamingo duck preparation and historical culinary practices.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SciShow

How Science Solved the Mysteries of the Dead Sea Scrolls and 3 Other Ancient Texts

Discover how modern scientific techniques have unlocked the secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls and other ancient texts, revealing historical insights once thought lost forever.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video