Series 1

Harold Wilson's Pipe and Mac

David Cannadine explores how Harold Wilson's pipe and Gannex mac came to define him.

• 15 mins

Series 2

The Duke of Wellington's Boots

David Cannadine explores how the Duke of Wellington's boots came to define his leadership.

• 14 mins

Series 2

Benjamin Disraeli's Novels

David Cannadine explores how Disraeli merged fact and fiction in his life and work.

• 14 mins

Series 2

William Gladstone's Axe

David Cannadine explores how William Gladstone's axe became a powerful political metaphor.

• 14 mins

Series 2

Winston Churchill's Cigar

David Cannadine explores how Churchill's cigar became synonymous with his image.

• 14 mins

Series 2

Margaret Thatcher's Handbag

David Cannadine explores how Mrs Thatcher's handbag became a visual symbol of her power.

• 14 mins