The Story of INDIA

Michael Wood's fascinating journey through the history of the subcontinent, chronicles the incredible richness and diversity of its peoples, cultures and landscapes; the originality and continuing relevance of its ideas and some of the most momentous and moving events in world history.Beginning with the first human migrations out of Africa, using DNA and climate science, ancient manuscripts and oral tales, Michael takes us from the tropical backwaters of south India to lost ancient cities in Pakistan and the vibrant landscapes of the Ganges plain. Finally, to Turkmenistan where dramatic archaeological discoveries are casting new light on India's deep past. [AD,S]Part of the India & Pakistan '07 season.There are 6 parts to this documentary.

The Story of India

1. Beginnings
2. The Power of Ideas
3. Spice Routes & Silk Roads
4. Ages of Gold
5. Meeting of the Two Oceans
6. Freedom and Liberation

The Story of INDIA - Part 05

Michael wood continues his journey and tells the story of the coming of Islam to the subcontinent and investigates the rise of the Mogul empire. He visits Sufi shrines in Old Delhi, desert fortresses in Rajasthan and the cities of Lahore and Agra, revealing a new theory about the construction of the Taj Mahal and how the Muslim emperor Akbar saw his dreams of unity end in civil war.

The Story of INDIA - Part 06

The series ends by considering the subcontinent's struggle for independence from British rule, visiting Lucknow to investigate a Britonwho helped found the freedom movement. Also considered are the East India Company's extensive political influence, and events leading up to partition, including the Amritsar massacre and the rise of such figures as Gandhi and Nehru.