The Tragic Life Of C.S Lewis | Narnia's Lost Poet

CS Lewis's biographer AN Wilson goes in search of the man behind Narnia - bestselling children's author and famous Christian writer, but an under-appreciated Oxford academic and an aspiring poet who never achieved the same success in writing verse as he did prose.

David Attenborough investigates the remarkable life and death of Jumbo the elephant - the biggest animal celebrity of the 19th century whose story is said to have inspired the movie Dumbo. The most famous animal in the world, Jumbo captivated the world. But behind the curtain, was a tragic story of abuse, alcoholism, violence, and a mysterious death.

The life and loves of France's most famous king, Louis XIV. Dubbed the Sun King by his admiring court, Louis conquered half of Europe, conducted dozens of love affairs, and dazzled his contemporaries with his lavish entertainments. But perhaps his greatest achievement - and certainly his longest-lasting love - was the incredible palace he built at Versailles, one of the wonders of the world.

After Diana's death, the focus has shifted to Charles, the widower, parent and heir to the throne. This program examines his relationship with his sons William and Harry, his long-term lover Camilla and his future as King. With contributions by royal experts David Starkey and Anthony Holden.

Elegant and graceful butterflies never cease to fascinate and impress, yet these amazing insects begin life as little worm-like creatures that munch their way through our gardens. What is the secret behind their curious lifestyle? And why do they use their wings not just for flight but for some of the most striking patterns in nature?

Four professional bakers leave their modern businesses behind to experience what their profession was like in the past as they bake their way through the Victorian era. It is now the 1870s and they're moving into an urban bakery during the Industrial Revolution. The bakers must now bake through the night to meet demand and start to add adulterants. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺 You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.