London S01E03 · Water & Darkness

Overview

In the Victorian era London finally achieves its destiny as the heart of a world empire, but Peter Ackroyd and historical figures expose the city's rotten underbelly.

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1. 1 1. Fire and Destiny2004-05-07 · 1h 0mFrom Boudicca's torching of the city to the Blitz raids, Ackroyd examines how London survives fire.
2. 2 2. The Crowd2004-05-12 · 1h 0mHistorical figures recall the city's drama of crime and punishment, and its unquenchable thirst for spectacle, drink and sex.
3. 3 3. Water & Darkness2004-05-19 · 1h 0mIn the Victorian era London finally achieves its destiny as the heart of a world empire, but Peter Ackroyd and historical figures expose the city's rotten underbelly.