Dan Cruickshank's Marvels of the Modern Age

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The historian considers the development of Modernism in Britiain in the 20th century, as the country moved from looking back at its imperial history to embracing modern architecture and ideologies

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Latest Episodes

  • Season 1 Episode 4: The Final Frontier

    The historian considers the spirit of modernism, asking if architectural ideology could prove vital in the human race's survival, replacing cheap construction with a positive alternative. He visits the highest buildings in the world, goes skiing in the desert and drives the 'wheel' of the future. Last in series

  • Season 1 Episode 3: Back to the Future

    The historian considers how changes in the perception of ancient civilisations over 4,500 years helped bring about the concept of modernism. He explores how the roots of the idea can be traced back to these periods, considering medieval Germany, Renaissance Italy and Reformation-era Britain

  • Season 1 Episode 2: Rebuilding Britain

    Continuing his look at the effect of Modernism on Britain, the historian considers the impact of the World Wars. While Europe was embracing the Art Deco style and progressive design, Britain looked back resolutely on its imperial past for inspiration, until the onset of fascism abroad saw London become a place of refuge for the brightest young architects

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