For the past decade, author Brad Borkan explored the lives of extraordinary individuals – explorers (Shackleton), innovators (Wright Brothers), engineers (Brunel), reformers (Susan B. Anthony), and others – who shaped the last two centuries in some way.
In this entertaining talk, Brad reveals the 11 common traits that propelled these figures to greatness.
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Children's lecture: secrets of the Unknown Adventurer
Follow in the footsteps of the renowned Unknown Adventurer on a thrilling journey into jungles, oceans, mountains and hidden worlds! Discover wild stories and sketchbook secrets and after the talk, enjoy squash, biscuits and fun activities, including exploring our giant floor map!
London and onlineMembers onlySaturday 6 December 2025 - Monday night lecture
Monday night lecture with the Rt Hon the Baroness May of Maidenhead
Former Prime Minister and geography graduate, Baroness May, will be giving the closing lecture of the autumn series.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 8 December 2025 - Monday night supper
Monday night lecture supper - 8 December
Stay for supper at the Society on 8 December after our Monday night lecture and meet other members and their guests.
LondonMembers + one guestMonday 8 December 2025