Lost Kingdoms of Africa

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Long before written history, long before the first Europeans arrived, the people of Africa built realms that rivaled Egypt and buildings as inspiring as medieval cathedrals. Join British art historian Dr. Gus Casely-Hayford as he journeys into ancient Africa’s art, culture, and technology.

Long before written history, long before the first Europeans arrived, the people of Africa built realms that rivaled Egypt and buildings as inspiring as medieval cathedrals. Join British art historian Dr. Gus Casely-Hayford as he journeys into ancient Africa’s art and culture, from the monuments of Nubia to the mysterious ruins of Great Zimbabwe and the art and technology of ancient Benin. 4 episodes; approx. 216 min. on 2 DVDs plus viewer’s guide. SDH subtitles.  
 
"Terrific, eye-opening series"—Daily Telegraph (UK)
British art historian and former executive director of arts strategy for Arts Council England, Dr. Gus Casely-Hayford has presented award-winning documentaries and advised the arts councils of Norway, the Netherlands, Canada, and the United Nations.

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Episode 1:Nubia
Starting in the desert north of Khartoum in modern Sudan, Casely-Hayford journeys to the ancient sites of Kerma, Jebel Barkal, and Meroë to explore a long-lost kingdom that apparently fell victim to climate change.

Episode 2:Ethiopia
Did the emperors of Ethiopia really descend from the Biblical King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba? Casely-Hayford surveys the Judeo-Christian influences in the land’s art, language, and architecture, dating back centuries.

Episode 3:Great Zimbabwe
Shrouded in mystery, the ruins of Great Zimbabwe rise from an unlikely spot in Africa’s interior. Casely-Hayford traces an ancient gold-trading route inland from the eastern coast and explores the city that served as its source.

Episode 4:West Africa
The magnificent Benin bronzes in the British Museum inspire Casely-Hayford to undertake a quest for their origin. The search takes him to modern-day Nigeria and Mali, where the art of fine metalworking has thrived for generations.
  • 16-page viewer’s guide includes questions to consider; stories about the mysteries of Meroë, Great Zimbabwe, Benin, and Ethiopia’s legacy of divine kingship; and more.
  • Biographies of prominent pre-colonial Africans
  • Profiles of Sudan, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe today
Packaging: Boxed set
Run Time: 240 minutes
Format: Widescreen
Number of discs: 2
Language: English
Subtitles: No
Color or B&W: Color
CC: No
SDH: Yes
Region Code: 1
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Rating: NR
"Terrific, eye-opening series"—Daily Telegraph(UK)
British art historian and former executive director of arts strategy for Arts Council England, Dr. Gus Casely-Hayford has presented award-winning documentaries and advised the arts councils of Norway, the Netherlands, Canada, and the United Nations.

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2 Stars

from on 11/6/2010 12:00:00 AM wrote:

the product is only good for an expierence historian who can correct mistatements or give examples not mentioned. The host was an art historian and he should have been mentioned as the authority and I would not have purchased it.