Egypt the land of the pharaohs. The Egyptian high culture under the rule of the pharaohs was one of the most important civilizations in ancient times, and with a duration of over three thousand years surely the most persistent one. Probably everyone instantly bears in mind the impressing images of the pyramids, the great Sphinx in Giza, the giant temples and legendary treasures that survived in the dry sands of the desert. A stereoscopic journey in 3D full HD which will let you take a closer...
Marvel at the awesome power of nature as the Eruption of Mount St Helens displays the change evoked by a massive volcanic eruption and the renewal process which follows it. In this Academy Award nominated film beautiful photography of the mountain prior to May 18th 1990 is harshly contrasted with the apocalyptic post eruption scenery created when the entire side of Mount St Helens was blown away in billowing clouds of ash.
Witness the birth of a new kind of documentary, as legendary diver, conservationist and filmmaker Jacques Cousteau takes you deep beneath the waves to explore a wealth of life that waspreviously hidden from view. As much of the technology for shooting film underwater was developed by Cousteau’s team, this was the first time such amazing sights could be captured on film. The result, a Technicolor 1950s masterpiece, succeeds both in revealing an untouched world of beauty, life and drama, as well asevoking a sense of adventure, freedom and boundless possibility. A window into the world beneath the sea as well as the colourfuland nostalgic world of the 1950s, The Silent World was the start of an entire movement, and is now available on DVD as a vital partof any collection.
This one hour DVD takes the viewer on a wondrous tour of the Universe featuring the most amazing photographs yet made by the largest telescopes. Spectacular graphics and animation show the beauty of not only the nearby planets but also the most distant stars.
Ten thousand years ago as the last ice age ended many animals became extinct. However the dog the elephant and lion carry on for their departed kin: the dire wolf wooly mammoth and the saber tooth tiger. This programme spans the globe paying testament to those species that have survived the ice age while also reflecting back on the lives of their ancestors.
The invention of the telescope has been by far the most revolutionary development in the history of astronomy. For thousands of years astronomers had to rely on their eyes in unravelling the mysteries of the Universe. The telescope revealed an embarrassment of astronomical riches and led to a dramatic increase of knowledge about the wider world we live in. The Eyes on the Skies DVD movie and accompanying book explore the many facets of the telescope - the historical development the scientific importance the technological breakthroughs and also the people behind this ground-breaking invention their triumphs and failures...
Featuring expert advice from a Championship show judge a vet with 40 years experience and an animal behaviourist this DVD offers you all the insight you need to help you raise and care for your Spaniel. They'll take you step by step through all the stages of Spaniel ownership including: what to look for in a breeder choosing the right puppy from a litter puppy proofing your home transporting your Spaniel what to do when you get home toilet training puppy's first visit to the
From the furtive movements of the tiniest of the species to the lumbering motion of the massive Komodo Dragon lizards can evoke a fear that ripples down our spine knowing their minds are cool with a single purpose to survive at your cost if necessary Rob Bredl brings new understanding to the Komodo Dragons the largest monitor on earth and compares them with their Australian cousins the goannas. He also introduces us to the perentie known by the Australian Aboriginal people as the Land Crocodile. Rob gleefully gets his hands on some serious lizards surviving in extreme environments on pure killer instinct.
Alaska is a superb birdwatching destination and this DVD features the birds and places likely to be seen on a typical trip. It covers Homer Spit and the forests of the Kenai Peninsula Denali National Park the magnificent seabird colonies on the Pribilof Islands and the arctic tundra at Nome and Barrow. Features 108 species including superb film of Snowy Owls Bristle-thighed Curlews Spectacled Eiders Asian vagrants and much much more.
A comprehensive and informative guide to your Golden Retriever. Featuring advice from: Heather a Championship breeder - Bryan a vet with 40 years experience and Claire an animal behaviourist. Through their sound professional advice you'll gain an in-depth insight and understanding of this wonderful breed. They'll take you step by step though all the stages of Golden Retriever ownership including what to look for in a breeder choosing the right puppy from a litter puppy proof
In just one decade of savage slaughter it was believed that whalers had wiped out Southern Right Whales but after a hundred and fifty years of near-extinction a lost tribe of great whales has resurfaced. Researchers and filmmakers braved a sub-Antarctic winter to rendezvous with these gentle giants in a huge natural harbour sheltered from the furious storms which sweep from the South Pole across the islands far south of New Zealand. Researchers identify whales and begin a modern whale hunt - a hunt for knowledge. Armed only with a small crossbow they take skin and blubber samples to learn about pollution levels family relationships and possible connections with other groups of whales elsewhere in the world. These remote islands are one of very few places where these great creatures of the Southern Ocean can mate and raise a family. It's here that they get down to serious courting enabling the divers to record the greatest love scene in the animal kingdom.
The small Indian state of Goa has become hugely popular with birdwatchers. It boasts a remarkable variety of species in a small area. Add on blue skies sandy beaches and friendly locals and you can see why people are describing it as the perfect introduction to Oriental birding. Features 147 species including specially shot footage of Indian Pitta Bee-eaters Rollers and much much more. Also includes a detailed reference section full of identification tips.
Whoopi Goldberg visits the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park to see the efforts of the staff to get some of the endangered species to breed.
Fossil Detectives: North England & Scotland
Ian Gordon talks to a survivor of one of World War Two's sinkings who watched on while hundreds of his crew mates fell victim to the jaws of the White Tip. Then on a volunteer shark mission off the Australian coast it is time for Ian and his son Lee to meet the sharks face to face.
Discovery Adventure Box Set (18 Discs)
A double-feature of animal documentaries from the good people at National Geographic. Suitable for children from 5-11 years of age. Awesome Animal Builders: ""Spin"" the garrulous globe (voiced by Dudley Moore) hosts a fascinating glimpse at the home-building habits of some of the animal kingdom's busiest creatures as they construct their nests hives lairs dens and more. Secret Weapons And Great Escapes: Spin the talking globe (otherwise known as Dudley Moore) narra
Was the T-Rex the most fearsome predator of all time or a simple scavenger? Did he ponderously stalk his prey or was he as fleet-footed as a bird? Was he actually a doting parent and not the fierce killer that it has been portrayed as in the movies? From its origins to its downfall this programme looks for clues that can fill in the crucial details and unlock the mysteries of the T-Rex.
He has a dream and it has six inch claws. Meet Troy James Hurtubise a self-styled ""close-quarter bear researcher "" who's obsessed with going face-to-face with Canada's most deadly land mammal the grizzly bear. Troy is the creator of what he hopes is a ""grizzly-proof"" suit of armour -- an extraordinary fusion of high-tech materials and homespun ingenuity -- and of his own hybrid mythology that is part Hollywood part Canadian shield. His quest takes audiences into a world both co
Documentary exploring the great brown bears of Alaska and their ability to adapt their lifestyle in accordance with the barren conditions in which they inhabit. Dwelling in a world shrouded half the year in snow and ice the great brown bears of Alaska have evolved a lifestyle that is finely tuned to the progression of the seasons. In the short Alaskan summer cubs born in the depths of winter quickly learn to forage and hunt beginning a struggle for survival not only against the ele
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