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Intellectually stimulating TV documentary series
The Ascent Of Man : Complete BBC Series [DVD]The Ascent Of Man : Complete BBC Series [DVD]
Buy new: £24.98
One of TV's greatest achievements. Science has moved on since this was filmed but there hasn't been a better overview of scientific thought and achievement
Civilisation : Complete BBC Series (4 Disc Box Set) [DVD]Civilisation : Complete BBC Series (4 Disc Box Set) [DVD]
Buy new: £25.87 / Used from: £18.75
Landmark 1960's series of the history of art; still relevant, still fascinating and still thought provoking
The Gulf War [DVD]The Gulf War [DVD]
Buy used from: £14.00
In depth review of the first Gulf War goes a long way to explain the current situation in Iraq
The Story of India : Complete BBC Series [DVD]The Story of India : Complete BBC Series [DVD]
Buy new: £10.98 / Used from: £9.88
History and culture of modern India, lovingly portrayed in detail by an engaging and expert historian
Deep Water [DVD] [2006]Deep Water [DVD] [2006]
Buy new: £4.98
How the urge to succeed in the Round The World Yacht Race triggered psychological chaos
Britain From Above [DVD] [2008]Britain From Above [DVD] [2008]
Buy new: £9.38 / Used from: £6.86
Andrew Marr makes the most of a filming gimmick to reveal the social and geographical evolution of the UK
Tiger - Spy in the Jungle [2008] [DVD]Tiger - Spy in the Jungle [2008] [DVD]
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Not the best wildlife documentary ever, but compelling viewing as tigers near extinction
The Lost World Of Tibet [DVD]The Lost World Of Tibet [DVD]
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Fascinating glimpse into Tibetan culture, without too much political debate
Life In Cold Blood [DVD]Life In Cold Blood [DVD]
Buy new: £8.98 / Used from: £10.99
Reptiles come alive! Beautiful filming makes the most of an unlikely subject
Dan Cruickshank's Adventures in Architecture [DVD] [2008]Dan Cruickshank's Adventures in Architecture [DVD] [2008] by Dan Cruickshank
Buy new: £8.98 / Used from: £7.00
Although edited for DVD, this series still offers charming insights and info on worldwide architectural gems
Earth : The Power of the Planet - Complete BBC Series [DVD]Earth : The Power of the Planet - Complete BBC Series [DVD]
Buy new: £6.48 / Used from: £6.15
Dramatic and educational series tackles geological forces with feisty attitude. If only more modern docs were like this...
The Michael Wood BBC Collection : In Search Of The Trojan War / In The Footsteps Of Alexander The Great / In Search Of Shakespeare / In Search Of Myths And Heroes / Conquistadors (5 Disc Box Set) [DVD]The Michael Wood BBC Collection : In Search Of The Trojan War / In The Footsteps Of Alexander The Great / In Search Of Shakespeare / In Search Of Myths And Heroes / Conquistadors (5 Disc Box Set) [DVD]
Buy new: £37.77
Glorious overview of Michael Wood's TV career. Hours of fascinating history
Great British Journeys : Complete BBC Series 1 [DVD]Great British Journeys : Complete BBC Series 1 [DVD]
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History and geography with an expert present. A wonderful walk around Britain
Simon Schama's The American Future: A History [DVD]Simon Schama's The American Future: A History [DVD] by Simon Schama
Buy new: £10.88 / Used from: £8.99
Useful insight into American hsitory and culture which follows distinct themes through time, building an understanding of the 2008 atmosphere (with a backdrop to the presidential election). Timely!