

Michael Wood embarks on a great historical adventure, exploring the stories, people and landscapes that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over four thousand years.

Michael Wood joins the Qin family reunion as they gather to worship their ancestors.
Aired: 1/21/2016
Michael Wood looks at China's first great international age under the Tang Dynasty.
Aired: 1/28/2016
Michael Wood looks at the Song dynasty era, including its art, inventions and cuisine.
Aired: 2/4/2016
The tale of the Ming dynasty begins with the amazing story of Hongwu, a peasant rebel.
Aired: 2/11/2016
The story of China's last empire, the Qing, which lasted from 1644 to 1912.
Aired: 2/18/2016
Michael Wood investigates three cataclysmic revolutions which shaped modern-day China.
Aired: 2/25/2016Sign in to share your thoughts with the community.