Discovery Channel (Firm)
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Investigates the cause of the so-called Permian extinction, which wiped out 95% of all life on Earth 250 million years ago. Archaeologists, historians and geologists discuss their findings about the nature of the 3-stage process. Filmed in South Africa, Siberia, Iceland, Greenland, Antarctica and the Alps. Reconstructions of volcanic eruptions.
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The famed Egyptian beauty, Queen Nefertiti, was the royal wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten, a mother of six who helped lead a religious revolution that changed Egypt forever. Yet after her death, her enemies destroyed all evidence of Nefertiti's life. Now, a Discovery Channel Quest expedition led by Dr. Joann Fletcher hopes to find out if Queen Nefertiti's mummy has been found in a secret chamber deep in the Valley of the Kings. Includes x-rays to reveal...
12) South America
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This book provides an overview of a continent whose rich culture has so far survived the impact of tourism better than most places in the world. Tips on travel, excursions, accommodation and restaurants are given along with easy to decipher maps.
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Tells the story of the Titanic, discussing its construction, appointments, and passengers; describes the reasons the supposedly unsinkable ocean liner sank; and provides photographs and information about the scientific expeditions to the wreck site and the objects that have been recovered from the ship and debris field.
17) Comet collision
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Delivering almost six hours of scientific exploration, the collection covers planets, weather, energy, magnetism, orbits, comets, and other elements that make up this space that people call home. These eight episodes will help viewers understand the intricacies of the wonders of the world, as well as what each can teach them about their own lives.