See the world clearly with History.

I am a writer, historian and former government official, who for over 30 years used insights from history to make sense of the world today. Now I share those insights with you, and the viewers of my successful YouTube channel, The Burning Archive.

History helps us see the world through other people's eyes. It will help you think independently about the world, and to live in tune with a changing world. As the ancient Tamil poet and philosopher, Thiruvalluvar said, that is true wisdom.

I am migrating my guides and deep dives to a new platform. In the interim please join my Burning Archive substack community at https://jeffrich.substack.com.

Please send me any questions or interest you have by email (courses@jeffrichwriter.com), and we can talk about how I can help you.
Real World Historian
30+ years government experience
Writer
Writing Skills
geopolitics and history briefing pack

Think independently about the world

I will help you unlock your ability to unpick narratives about world events, and understand the big ideas of geopolitics and history.
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Discover the true story of the Rise and fall of empires

Go deeper into world history and geopolitics by reading with me this masterpiece of world history that tells the true story of the rise and fall of empires since 1400. Get a graduate-level education in history by reading this one book with me.

Words from my guests on the Burning Archive  

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Highly recommend Jeff's channel." 

Watch Sophie's conversation with me on history of Australia-Asia ties.

Sophie Loy-Wilson, 
University of Sydney
"Thank you so much for this very professional interview."

Watch Marie's conversation with me on The Horde: How the Mongols Changed the World.
Marie Favereau
Paris Nanterre UniversIty
Felipe Fernandez-Armesto is a leading historian of the world

Watch Felipe's conversation with me on his many ground-breaking books on world history.
Felipe Fernández-Armesto
University of Notre-dame
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Explore the World History of Civilizations

Learn about the big ideas in world history, from all across the world, in my 90-day challenge, World History Explorers.

Together we will read and discuss one of the best world history books of the last 25 years. We will travel to every continent and visit forgotten civilizations. We will break down the vastness of world history into one 90-day challenge.

You will learn about one of history's biggest ideas, civilizations, and how they have flourished in every environment on earth. You will read Felipe Fernández-Armesto, Civilizations.

* Develop your skills to make up your own mind on the big issues of today's world.

* Strengthen your empathy and dialogue with different cultures.

* Appreciate the diversity of the world's civilizations and prepare for your own travels 

* Be a Lifelong Learner and become a World History Explorer

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