The First Eden (1987)
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David Attenborough presents the history and natural history of the Mediterranean lands.
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Episode 1 - The Making of the Garden
March. 08,1987
David Attenborough travels from France to Syria to explore the Mediterranean. The opener charts the creation of the sea's basin and surveys the area's wildlife, including chameleons, porcupines, flamingos, spoonbills, storks and monkeys.
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Episode 2 - The Gods Enslaved
March. 15,1987
Changing attitudes toward animals. Included: the worship of bulls and birds in ancient Egypt; the use of animals in spectator sports during the Roman Empire. Also: a visit to Crete to see olive oil being made and men diving for sponges. David Attenborough hosts.
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