Self-Help from the Middle Ages is an Arts programme.

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Self-Help from the Middle Ages

By Peter Jones. A look at how the medieval concept of the Seven Deadly Sins can illuminate the troubles of the 21st century. These terms were not intended as a list of vices, but as a map of the mind. The first episode looks at sloth, and examines the Middle Ages concept of depression. Abridged by Richard Hamilton and read by Joseph Arkley.

Genre: Arts

Running Time: 15 minutes (approx)

When is Self-Help from the Middle Ages next on TV?

It's next showing on BBC Radio 4 April 20th, 11:45am and on BBC Radio 4 April 21st, 12:30am. See more...

Main Cast

Peter Jones
Joseph Arkley
Richard Hamilton