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EP1 - The Age of Heroes
April. 08,2015
Alastair Sooke explores the surprising roots of Greek art, beginning his journey in Crete.
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EP2 - The Classical Revolution
April. 15,2015
Alastair unpicks the reasons behind the revolution that gave birth to classical Greek art.
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EP3 - The Long Shadow
April. 22,2015
Alastair Sooke explores the extraordinary afterlife of the Greek masterpieces that changed the course of western culture.
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Alastair Sooke explores the riches and unique legacy of Greek art.
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