Legacy - The Origins of Civilization
1991•1 Seasons•6 Episodes•10.0•Ended
Documentary
What can the past teach us about the present? Come along as charismatic historian Michael Wood (The Story of India) travels the globe to trace the origins of six great civilizations: Iraq, India, China, Egypt, Central America, and Western Europe. Each journey offers surprising perspectives on questions that matter today-about the environment, the individual, society, and spirituality.
Network
ITV1
Origin
GB
Cast
Michael Wood
Episodes
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