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On page Mysteries of Ancient Egypt 20260908_154955
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ANCIENT LIVES
aired 12/29/85 [1985-12-29]
Documentary; 60 min. Debut: A four-part series exploring the history, lore and mystique of ancient Egypt. In the opener, Egyptologist John Romer observes the royal tombs where rulers from as early as 1300 B.C. were laid to rest. In Thebes, John Romer observes the Temples of the Nile, majestic monuments that were considered the "links between heaven and earth," and discusses the works of Paneb, whose career as a royal craftsman was cut short by scandal.
- Processional Way of the Gods 1/5/86
- 1/12/86
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ANCIENT LIVES
aired 1/19/86 [1986-01-19]
(CC)—Documentary; 60 min. John Romer describes "The Year of the Hyena" (1085 B.C.) when Thebes suffered famine and villagers resorted to looting royal tombs for precious metals that were tried for food.
- LEGEND OF THE NILE: RAMSES II & THE GREAT PYRAMID aired 1/8/88 [1988-01-08]
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THE INFINITE VOYAGE
aired 9/8/88 [1988-09-08]
(Florida excavations)
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THE SEARCH FOR ANCIENT AMERICANS PYRAMID
aired 11/28/88 [1988-11-28]
David Macaulay examines the genius of building the Great Pyramid of Giza & sails the Nile River.