Filmed on location at British and French historical sites, this three-part series delves into the art, literature, and politics of 18th- and 19th-century Europe—telling the tumultuous story of Romanticism and its reshaping of Western culture. Through imaginative reenactments and incisive commentary, the series explores the writings and achievements of the movement’s leaders—including William Blake, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, William Wordsworth, Lord Byron, and Percy and Mary Shelley. The result is a powerful illustration of an era that continues to influence today’s artistic and intellectual climate. Produced by the Open University. 3-part series, 60 minutes each.

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