Author Henry David Thoreau wrote Walden and the essay “Civil Disobedience,” but who was the man behind such classic American literature? Historian Alexis Coe gives us a glimpse into the personality quirks of the headstrong author. Screen provided by de Gournay.
Historian Alexis Coe asks: Is German Chancellor Angela Merkel a feminist?
Historian Alexis Coe talks about poet Phillis Wheatley's ode to George Washington, his flattered response and her support of the American Revolution.
Historian Alexis Coe talks about Sam Adams' many failed ventures before he found his calling as a U.S. founding father.
Historian Alexis Coe tries to pinpoint which real-life woman (or women) inspired the creation of Revolutionary War folklore heroine Molly Pitcher.
Historian Alexis Coe tells the story of John Hancock's refusal to leave when he heard that "The British are coming!" - even though he had no weapon. Or training. Or plan, really.
Bessie Coleman fought racial and gender discrimination to become an aviation pioneer, blazing the trail for Amelia Earhart and other female pilots.
Alison Becker talks about the day jobs held by the father of English literature, Geoffrey Chaucer.
Alison Becker talks about the visions that poet and author William Blake had as a child and how they affected his work.
