The Story of India
A six-part BBC series with engaging historian Michael Wood taking a fascinating look at the 10,000-year history of the Indian sub-continent. A colourful and enthralling journey through a rich and diverse landscape, beginning at the beginning with the first human migrations out of Africa. From the rise of Buddhism, to the conquering armies of Alexander the Great and the Roman Empire, through the emergence of the spice trade and rule by the British Raj, to its split from Pakistan in 1947. Majestic landscapes, forgotten empires, ancient treasures, Bollywood, outsourcing - this has it all.
Year: 2007
Genre: Documentaries, Travel Docos, Special Editions, Docos - Food / Travel
Country: UK
Starring: Michael Wood
Duration: 383 Minutes
Rating: PG
8.6/10
Location in store: Documentary (Travel)
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