Over the course of the last few days, I've been watching an interesting program on DVD. "The Story of China" is a six-part documentary written and presented by Michael Wood. Michael Wood is an historian whose programs I've recommended here on the blog in the past. His programs are always interesting and educational. What I like most about Michael Wood's programs is that he is always excited about the subject he is presenting. His enthusiasm for the topic makes the viewer enthused, and this leads the viewer to want to know more about the subject.
In "The Story of China", Michael Wood takes the viewer from the earliest days of the Chinese state up to more modern Chinese history. I really enjoyed all of the information provided about Confucianism and its impact on how the state was governed. The viewer is taken through each of the Chinese dynasties, and the lives and influence of the major emperors is discussed.
I heartily recommend that you view "The Story of China". If you don't know much about Chinese history, it will serve as an excellent overview.
Here are some other programs from Michael Wood that I would recommend:
"In The Footsteps of Alexander the Great"
"The Story of India"
"Gilbert White the Nature Man"
"In Search of the Trojan War"
"In Search of Shakespeare"
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