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Research in the Department of History: Professor Sarah Badcock | History | University of NottinghamResearch in the Department of History: Professor Sarah Badcock Professor Sarah Badcock discussing modern revolutionary Russia with Dr Richard Goddard Discover our expertise -…
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Research in the Department of History: Dr Onni Gust | History | University of NottinghamResearch in the Department of History: Dr Onni Gust Dr Onni Gust discussing modern imperial Britain, race and gender with Dr Richard Goddard Discover our expertise -…
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Research in the Department of History: Professor Ross Balzaretti |History | University of NottinghamResearch in the Department of History: Professor Ross Balzaretti Professor Ross Balzaretti discussing medieval Italy and gender with Dr Richard Goddard Discover our expertise -…
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Research in the Department of History: Dr Nathan Richards | History | University of NottinghamResearch in the Department of History: Dr Nathan Richards | History | University of Nottingham Dr Nathan Richards discussing modern black Britain with Dr Richard Goddard Discover our expertise…
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Research in the Department of History: Dr Dean Blackburn | History | University of NottinghamResearch in the Department of History: Dr Dean Blackburn Dr Dean Blackburn discussing contemporary politics with Dr Richard Goddard Discover our expertise - https://bit.ly/o97rG4yof6g …
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A tale of two wives (and four husbands?): the story of two exceptional women from Imperial Romeshort film: "A tale of two wives (and four husbands?): the story of two exceptional women from Imperial Rome". Description for YouTube: This short film (15’, Italian with English…
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Coming out storiesEvery coming out story is different. Grace, Myles, Rowan, James and Heather share their coming out stories with Craig Butterworth, chair of the University LGBTQIA+ Staff Network.
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Unmuting ourselves: an exhibition showcasing projects in support of the LGBT+ communityUnmuting ourselves: an exhibition showcasing projects in support of the LGBT+ communityIn LGBT+ History Month 2022, this was an eclectic and visually engaging exhibition displaying work from both…
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Ways to Study HistoryDiscover all the ways to study History at Nottingham - without taking a history degree
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Dr Gaby Neher: the University of Nottingham's first female Esquire BedellTuesday 10 May 2022 saw a historic first for the university, as Associate Professor Gabrielle Neher took up the enigmatic role of Esquire Bedell – the traditionally male mace holder at…
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Enhancing young LGBT people's everyday lives through inclusivityThis video summarises a series of recommendations emerging from a research project with LGBT youth, run by Dr Lucy Jones from the University of Nottingham. At school, in communities and in care, it…
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Which Ancient Texts might we study?Dr Nick Wilshere descibes the types of ancient texts that are studied in our Latin and Ancient Greek courses at the University of Nottingham. Photo by Mishaal Zahed on Unsplash
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Ancient facts about Egyptian geeseDr Oliver Thomas (Classics and Archaeology) tells us 5 facts about Egyptian geese in the ancient world. Filmed on University Park campus in summer 2021 by Maroula Perisanidi. Photo by Larkin…
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Helen Lovatt and the ArgonauticaProfessor Helen Lovatt shares her love of Jason and the Argonauts - the subject of one of her specialist year modules. Find out more about the Department of Classics and Archaeology…
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A masters experience in the Faculty of ArtsMasters students describe their experience of learning and living in Nottingham. Six students tell their stories of what it was like to study for a masters degree in the Faculty of Arts. From…
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Why Study Eschatology with Michael BurdettWhy are Christians interested in the End of the World once again? Michael Burdett argues that the rise in interest in eschatology is linked to our current concern with the future – forced on us…
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What is classics?Interested in Classics, Ancient History or Classical Civilisation, but not sure what they are, or where the differences lie? Dr Emily Kneebone explains all in this quick overview.
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Dr Matt Myers - My Favourite Roman History BooksDr Matt Myers from the Department of Classics and Archaeology discusses his three favourite books about Roman history. Find out more about the Department of Classics and Archaeology…
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Why Study Theology with Dr Marian KelseyDr Marian Kelsey answers the age-old question; "Why Study Theology?" with an argument that Biblical Studies is actually far more interesting than Theology! The image used in the thumbnail…
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Why Study Dante, Religion and Culture Module with Alison MilbankProfessor Alison Milbank discusses her Distance Learning MA module and what students taking the module will be studying.
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Faculty of Arts: Why choose a foundation year?Students from Foundation Arts share what it's like and the benefits it brings. Find out more about our foundation programme and the subjects you could study:…
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#WeAreUoN Gaby's storyDr Gaby Neher is an inspiring educator, mentor and researcher. With specialist expertise in the Renaissance period of art history, Gaby's always looking for new and interesting ways to engage…
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Why Study Theology at Nottingham with Frances KnightProfessor Frances Knight introduces the two distance learning MA programmes run by the department: the MA in Church History; and the MA in Systematic and Philosophical Theology. All details in this…
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Expert advice on becoming an archivistDr Simon Innes-Robbins, Nottingham alumnus, Senior Curator at the Imperial War Museums gives an insight into the different types of archives in the UK. He also offers advice on the importance of work…
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Remembering the Reformation 1517 - 20172017 marks the five-hundred anniversary of the beginning of the European Reformation. As part of a series of events to commemorate this event which has done so much to share modern Europe and…
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How do Reformation ideas affect Theology today? with Simeon ZahlDespite the passing of 500 years, the ideas of the Reformation are still exerting their influence on theology today. So argues Dr Simeon Zahl in this video where he notes that while these ideas are…
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England: still a ‘Protestant Land’? with Frances KnightHow has the memory of the Reformation been an important element is the creation of English identity? In this video, Prof. Frances Knight argues that for an older generation – perhaps brought up…
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How do we look back on definitions and divisions in the sixteenth century? with David GehringHow ever remember the past is related to how we see what is happening in our present. In this video Dr David Gehring – of Nottingham’s Department of History – looks at how our…
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How did the Reformers view their own History? with Alan FordThe reformers were faced with many challenges, but one that is often forgotten was the need to justify their actions historically. How did it come about that the church needed reform? To what image…
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Why Study the Fin de Siècle with Frances KnightProf. Frances Knight, an expert on the religious history of the late nineteenth century, examines the religious dimension of the cultural movements we associate with the term ‘Fin de…
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Why Study the Secret History of the Oxford Movement with Frances KnightWalter Walsh (1857-1931) published a book called The Secret History of the Oxford Movement in 1897. The book is examined in this video by Prof. Frances Knight, an expert on the religious history of…
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Theologians in Conversation; Liturgical Ordo with Kevin McGinnellOne of the major developments in Christianity in recent years has been the growth of ecumenical approaches to liturgy. Here one of the leaders of those conversations in the English-speaking world,…
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Why Study Theology with Simeon ZahlThere are many definitions of theology and in this video Dr Simeon Zahl shared his view of what he does as a theologian and why he thinks it important. He sees himself as engaging in a formal manner…
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Why Study Foot Washing with Tom O'LoughlinFootwashing has been part of the ritual inheritance of Christians since at least the time John composed his gospel, but it has also been a much misunderstood and avoided ritual. Here Thomas…
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Why Study the writings of Edward Gibbon with Jeremy GregoryEdward Gibbon (1737-94) published his most famous work, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, in 1776. Famous or notorious in presenting the rise of Christianity as the cause of the decline of…
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Why Study Religion and the Enlightenment in England and Europe with Jeremy GregoryUntil very recently the standard model for assessing the place of religion in the Enlightenment was one of simple opposition: Religion represented the superstition and darkness that the rational…
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Why Study the History of Religion with Jeremy GregoryProfessor Jeremy Gregory examines the case that the history of religion is as close as we can get to ‘total history’: looking at all aspects of individuals in societies in the past in…
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Why Study Pentecostalism Healing for the WorldProfessor William Kay, one of the world’s leading Pentecostal theologians, introduces a striking, and often controversial, feature of Pentecostalism: its emphasis on healing and the way it…
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Why Study Ethics in the Hebrew Bible with Carly CrouchIn discussion of ethics and morality one can often hear someone say that ‘the bible says … .’ But this video explores how what ‘the bible says’ is far from a simple…
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Why Study the Importance of Heresy with Claire TaylorDr Claire Taylor of the Department of History, one of the scholars belonging to that department’s Heresy Network, introduces the value attached to the study of heresy to hear voices from the…
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Theologians in Conversation; Ussher and CreationArchbishop James Ussher (1581-1656) is now known, almost exclusively, for his dating the creation to 4004 BC. But far from being an obscurantist, he was a model scholar of his time – and in…
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Theologians in Conversation; Irish ReformationFor over forty years the question of why the Reformation did not gain significant traction in Ireland in the sixteenth century has fascinated historians. In this video Prof. Alan Ford introduces the…
From Simon Barnett
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Christopher Phelps interviewed on BBC World NewsDr Christopher Phelps, Associate Professor of American History, interviewed for BBC World News on the U.S. Vice Presidential debate.
From Helen Frost
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Why Study Ecclesiastes with Doug IngramDr Doug Ingram and Dr Peter Watts look at one short and enigmatic biblical text: the Book of Ecclesiates – sometimes also called Qoheleth – and at the questions is poses not only to…
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Why Study The Old Testament with Doug IngramDr Doug Ingram and Dr Peter Watts look at the value of studying that diverse library of books that go to make up the Old Testament. This has a value as an exploration of people quite apart from its…
From Simon Barnett
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#a-zoftheology; C is for CodexProf. Tom O’Loughlin examines what is meant by the word ‘codex’ and how this was the characteristic book-form in early Christianity.Other entries in the A-Z of Theology playlist…
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Feline life drawing at the Kitty CafeAs part of a series of events linked to the exhibition at Nottingham Castle, Leonardo Da Vinci: Ten Drawings from the Royal Collection, People gathered at Nottingham's 'Kitty Cafe' to…
From Helen Frost
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Theologians in Conversation; Extra Ecclesiam Nulla SalusArchbishop Kevin McDonald discusses with Prof. Tom O’Loughlin how the Catholic Church understands the historic phrase extra ecclesiam nulla salus. McDonald argues that it must not be understood…
From Simon Barnett
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Objects of Belief; Stone Vessels with Roland DeinesAnyone who has heard of the Marriage Feast at Cana (Gospel of John 2:1-11) has heard of ‘the six stone jars, for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty…
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Vlog: Elisabeth Frink exhibitionJohn recently visited the Elisabeth Frink exhibition at Nottingham Lakeside Arts, and this is what he thought of it. Find out more about the exhibition: http://goo.gl/hEjZ5g See more from John:…
From Tom Travis
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An Introduction to the Library for Distance LearnersMr Neil Smyth (the Senior Librarian for the Faculty of Arts) discusses with Professor Tom O’Loughlin (Department of Theology and Religious Studies) how the library can help those who are…
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Vlog: First months in the UKFind out how John's first couple of months have been as an international student in Nottingham. See more from John at https://www.youtube.com/user/JaMSessions92
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A - Z of Theology; D is for DiscipleProf. Tom O’Loughlin examines the various meanings of the word ‘disciple’ in early Christian discourse. #a2zoftheology Other videos you may wish to watch include; Why Study...the…
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Vlog: Postgraduate StudyJohn talks about his experiences of life as a postgraduate student and offers some tips about the application process. See more from John at https://www.youtube.com/user/JaMSessions92
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History in a Minute - Emma LautmanPhD student Emma talks about what it's like to study History at The University of Nottingham
From Helen Frost
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History in a Minute - John ParkerMature student John talks about what it's like to study History at The University of Nottingham
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History in a Minute - Joseph PeakeThird year student Joseph talks about what it's like to study History at The University of Nottingham
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History in a Minute - Abdul MuktadirSecond year student Abdul talks about what it's like to study History at The University of Nottingham
From Helen Frost
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History in a Minute - Harriet Haylett-McDowellFirst year student Harriet talks about what it's like to study History at The University of Nottingham
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Why Study the History of Pentecostalism with William KayProfessor William Kay, one of the world’s leading Pentecostal theologians, discusses the origins of Pentecostalism at the end of the nineteenth century with Dr Frances Knight. He describes how…
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Why Study Pentecostal Theology with William KayProfessor William Kay, one of the world’s leading Pentecostal theologians, introduces what is distinctive about Pentecostalism in comparison with other forms of Christianity. He points out that…
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Why Study the 4th Council of the Lateran with Claire Taylor2015 is the eighth centenary of Lateran IV – often described as the most important western church council between the Council of Nicea (325) and the Reformation. Dr Claire Taylor of the Dept of…
From Helen Frost
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Why Study Salvation History with Roland DeinesProfessor Roland Deines looks at the notion of ‘salvation history’ (Heilsgeschichte) as a theme in theology that can be found throughout the bible. It is the notion that humanity stands…
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The Philosophy of Time Using Art HistoryA short video of Jonathan Tallant discussing his recent work looking at the philosophy of time using art history.
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Why Study Theology with William KayProfessor William Kay, one of the world’s leading Pentecostal theologians, gives his vision of the importance of theology. It is concerned with ‘thinking logically about God’ and…
From Simon Barnett
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#askatheologian Why do we need chapters and verses?Professor Tom O’Loughlin explains that the familiar chapters and verses – found in every printed bible – are to be viewed solely as a means of finding passages and particular…
From Simon Barnett
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Why Study the impact of Heresy with Claire TaylorDr Claire Taylor of the Dept of History, one of the scholars belonging to that department’s Heresy Network, introduces the notion of heresy, heretics and dissent as a phenomenon that historians…
From Helen Frost
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Limbo: how low can you go?Staff and students in the Medical School's Cafe Remedy trying their hand (or thighs...) at limbo as part of the Black History Month celebrations at The University of Nottingham. Read more on…
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Yasmin Issaka singing Somebody's FoolYasmin Issaka at the BHM launch event, Nottingham Lakeside Arts, Tuesday 7 October 2014
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 6Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 5Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 4Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 3Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 2Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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Salsa demo for Black History Month 1Salsa demo organised for Black History Month by the School of Health Sciences.
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What is a Gospel with Tom O'LoughlinMany people, whether they are Christians or not, think they know what the gospels contain, the kind of documents they are, and their purpose. This seminar argues that these are more complex questions…
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Why Study Popular Religion in the Middle Ages with Rob LuttonDr Rob Lutton introduces an important aspect of contemporary historical studies: the study of religion as a force that shapes lives. Religion, like it or loathe it, has not disappeared from the human…
From Simon Barnett
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Pavlopetri - City Beneath the Waves - 'rebuilt'The very latest digital marine technology and movie industry computer graphics in ground breaking collaboration which could revolutionise underwater surveying.
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'Comfort Women' -- symposium highlights human rights violationPhD student Sachi Tsukamoto, from The University of Nottingham, has organised a symposium on 'comfort women' -- the women and girls forced into sexual slavery for the Imperial Japanese Army…
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History of Art 'Module in a Minute' - Renaissance Women by Dr Gabriele NeherHistory of Art 'Module in a Minute' video for the module Women in the Italian Renaissance by Dr Gabriele Neher.
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Faculty of Arts: public spaces for researchersFaculty of Arts researchers discuss their research and how they use the public spaces at the University of Nottingham.
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Why Study Heresy in the Later Middle Ages with Rob LuttonDr. Rob Lutton introduces the value to the historian of studying groups and individuals who were given the label of ‘heretics’ in the later middle ages. These groups point to diversity in…
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A to Z of Sociology: Family HistoryDr Anne-Marie Kramer, Lecturer in the School of Sociology and Social Policy, talks about why she is interested in studying family history.
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Why Study Methodist Spirituality with David MonktonDr David Monkton gives an insight into the key elements of Methodist spirituality which he sees as a direct legacy of John Wesley (1703-1791) and concludes that there is no holiness that it not…
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Achieve it - Arts at NottinghamYou could find the perfect course at Nottingham Browse our courses: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugcourses The Faculty of Social Sciences offers a variety of undergraduate courses within the…
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Why Study Ancient Coins with Roland DeinesProfessor Roland Deines looks at four ancient coins – all of them nearly 2000 years old – and shows how they provide a window into the world of Galilee and Judea in the time of Jesus. In…
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Why Study Lollardy with Rob LuttonDr Rob Lutton of the Department of History in The University of Nottingham describes the origins of an important social and religious movement in fifteenth-century England: Lollardy. This movement,…
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Robert Jones - BA Art HistoryRobert tells us why he feels so at home at Nottingham.
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