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This special examines the theories outlined by Gavin Menzies in his best-selling book. An amateur historian and former submarine commander in the British Navy, Menzies poses an argument that could... |
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| On location footage, documentary paintings, illustrations, and photographs visually interpret one of the most popular works in orchestral repertory. |
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Alan Alda explores the many ways in which computers are pushing the frontiers of medicine, using virtual reality to treat phobias and assist in brain surgery and human gene manipulation to help... |
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| British smooth jazz group Acoustic Alchemy climbed to the top of the charts with lively grooves and infectious melodies, capturing three Grammy nominations. Beginning as an acoustic guitar duo, these... |
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| This program features four stories about rich African tradition: "Why the Sky Is Far Away," "Brer Goat & Brer Lion," "When People Could Fly," and "Thank You Ma'am" by Langston Hughes. |
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| Take a thrilling look at the world of skydiving and base jumping - parachuting from a building, a bridge or a cliff. With breathtaking views of skydiving over the Florida Keys, the Mojave Desert and... |
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| Follow the wordless adventures of Max the mouse with the help of sound effects and original music. |
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| Explore the history of the Aeneid, the Roman counterpart of the Odyssey, and visit Troy, Delos, Scylla, Drepanum, Carthage, Lavinium, and Rome. |
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This program examines advances in fixing "broken hearts"and ways to prevent them from breaking. See the dramatic story of a Texas toddler who underwent surgery immediately after birth to repair his... |
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| A discussion of costumes for the Friendship Carnival opens the way for the children of Tumtum to learn about Africa. |
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