East Meets West: The Birth Of Civilization

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Documentary·2014·1 Seasons

Recent findings in the Middle East have radically changed our understanding of the birth of mankind and the spread of civilization across the globe. Join us on a 12,000-year journey uncovering how this region became a vital link between continents and lead the world's religious, scientific, and cultural enlightenment. On-location excavations and expert testimonies bring to life this epic journey of discovery from the East to the West.

Starring: Bettany Hughes,Eric Meyers

Episodes

Season 1
The Birth Of Civilization

S01 | E01

The Birth Of Civilization

2014-09-29

The Spread Of Islam

S01 | E02

The Spread Of Islam

2014-10-06

Islam And The Renaissance

S01 | E03

Islam And The Renaissance

2014-10-13

The Story Of The Ottoman Empire

S01 | E04

The Story Of The Ottoman Empire

2014-10-20

Cast

Bettany Hughes

Bettany Hughes

Narrator

Eric Meyers

Eric Meyers

Narrator

Details

First Aired
2014-09-29
Last Aired
2014-10-20
Status
Ended
Network
Smithsonian Channel
Production
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Creator
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