Forty-eight minute lectures on the history of England. Lectures presented by Robert Bucholz, Loyola University, Chicago.

History is made not only by kings, queens, presidents, and generals, but equally by inventors and the technological powers they unleash. This course explores the inventions that have changed the world from prehistoric times to the 21st century. Along with recounting famous inventions such as the steam engine, airplane, atomic bomb and computer chip, these lectures explore a number of surprising innovations, including beer, pagodas, indoor plumbing...

Experience the grit and the glory of the early American West with an acclaimed Great Courses professor.

By gaining a clear grasp of political institutions, they are better equipped to engage with government and politics. In this course, explore essential topics such as how the federal bureaucracy is organized, the intricacies of Congress and the legislature, the operations of the Supreme Court, the challenge of campaign finance, the media and politics, and America's deep political polarization.