Yehudi Menuhin - 1975

7 Dec 1975

American-born violinist and conductor, widely considered one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century.

Fred Hoyle - 1975

20 Mar 1975

Controversial English astronomer who coined the term the "Big Bang Theory" live on the BBC Radio.

Robert Sinsheimer - 1972

7 Nov 1972

American biophysicist best known for his breakthroughs in genetic research and as a founder of the Human Genome Project.

Peter Ritchie-Calder - 1971

16 Nov 1971

Scottish explorer, professor, journalist and peace advocate who is credited with developing science reporting in Britain.

Han Suyin - 1968

22 Oct 1968

Belgian-Chinese author and doctor, noted for her personal understanding of China's political, social and economic landscape.

Max Beloff - 1967

15 Mar 1967

English historian and political scientist who was instrumental in founding Britain's first private university.

E. E. Rich - 1964

10 Mar 1964

British historian, author and editor of the Hudson's Bay Record Society, noted for his work on Canada's fur trade history.

A. L. Rowse - 1963

15 Mar 1963

Provocative British historian and author of over 100 books, best known for his work on Elizabethan England.

Pages

Back to top