We talk to Oxford professor of History Eugene Rogan. He outlines how history can enrich our experience of the world and why, in order to understand our own historical experience, we need to understand the histories of other countries. He argues that the history of the Middle East is important to making sense of conflicts there and predicting how they will change.

To find out more about history, Eugene's work, and how to pursue study in this area, please contact us at [email protected] .

Music from bensound.com .