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The Story of China

Michael Wood embarks on a 4,000-year journey to uncover the stories, people, and landscapes that have defined China's character and innovation.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Ancestors

1. Ancestors

Aired: Jan 21, 2016

Michael Wood uncovers the rise of a global superpower as he attends a Qin fam...

Episode 3 Golden Age

3. Golden Age

Aired: Feb 4, 2016

Michael Wood explores the artistic and cultural triumphs of China's Song dyna...

Episode 4 The Ming

4. The Ming

Aired: Feb 11, 2016

The next episode delves into the rise of Hongwu, a peasant who defied the odd...

Episode 5 The Last Empire

5. The Last Empire

Aired: Feb 18, 2016

China's last imperial dynasty, the Qing, is explored in the next episode, rev...

Episode 6 The Age of Revolution

6. The Age of Revolution

Aired: Feb 25, 2016

The next episode delves into China's remarkable evolution, tracing three tran...

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Info about The Story of China

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History