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Sounding the Alarm to Farmers
Alistair Cooke reflects on the foot and mouth epidemic affecting Britain.
The Vice Presidency and a Precaution Against Death
Alistair Cooke considers the role of vice-presidents through history.
A Villain of American History
Alistair Cooke is shocked by the results of a recent poll to name the greatest presidents.
The Scandal of Pardons and White House Furniture
Clinton's White House departure inspires Alistair Cooke to explore past presidents' exits.
From Shirtsleeves to Shirt Sleeves in Three Generations
Alistair Cooke reflects on the rise and fall of wealth through three generations.
Famous and Good Intermediate Clowns
Alistair Cooke considers George W Bush's push to decentralise government.
How am I doing?
Working 9 to 5? Alistair Cooke investigates the quirky work habits of past US presidents.
A Precautionary Bit of Advice
Alistair Cooke compares the colourful characters of past US presidents.
Grandiose Inaugurations we Have Known
After George Bush鈥檚 inauguration, Alistair Cooke recalls Andrew Jackson鈥檚 rowdy induction.
First and Foremost Bureaucrats
Reports of pollution in the North Sea remind Alistair Cooke of a childhood fishing trip.
