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ancient <strong>history</strong><br />
www.marcom.com.au<br />
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The Power of Gold<br />
Gold has had an enormous influence on art, religion and<br />
myth, the development of money and economic progress<br />
through almost all the civilisations in <strong>history</strong>. Filmed on<br />
five continents, ‘The Power Of Gold’ is based on the bestselling<br />
book of the same name by Peter L. Bernstein. It<br />
is an exciting and accessible <strong>history</strong> of substance that<br />
has fascinated people and nations from the beginning<br />
of time. Segments include Ancient Egypt, Rome and Byzantium, Inca<br />
Empire and Europe and Australia, California and South Africa.<br />
SBS Television 2004 Duration 3x49min<br />
DVD - 6SBPOG<br />
Price $275<br />
Lost Empires of Asia and Russia<br />
Segments include The Lost City of Shang: examines<br />
China’s first great dynasty and the causes of its demise,<br />
Elephant Warriors: shows how the actions of a great<br />
Indian leader brought an end to his empire and sowed<br />
the seeds of Buddhism. Crisis in Russia: demonstrates<br />
how the Russian peoples opposition to the czarist<br />
regime and their demand for basic civil liberties led to revolution.<br />
Russian Revolution: examines the Soviets’ brutal dismantling of the<br />
czarist system.<br />
Discovery Channel School Duration 54min<br />
DVD - 6DISLE<br />
Price $137.50<br />
Destiny Determined -<br />
Power and Ritual in Asia<br />
Segments include Behind the Great Wall: explores the<br />
<strong>history</strong> of the Great Wall of China and the Dynasty of Qin<br />
Shi Huangdi. Story of the Silk Road: examines the <strong>history</strong><br />
of the Silk Road, trade and the Han Dynasty. Secrets of<br />
the Samurai: looks into the science and technology of<br />
Samurai sword making and the <strong>history</strong> of Japanese ritual. Between Two<br />
Cultures: Japanese in America: introduces Japanese students living in<br />
America and the problems they encounter.<br />
Discovery Channel School Duration 54min<br />
DVD - 6DISDD<br />
Price $137.50<br />
Asia - Tradition and Culture<br />
From Japan’s ancient ceremonies to Australia’s unique<br />
<strong>history</strong>, students will be fascinated by the heritages<br />
represented. Segments convey the joy and reverence<br />
of numerous celebrations and rituals. Ancient Warriors:<br />
chronicles the proud, intriguing <strong>history</strong> of Japans’<br />
Samurai. City in the Sky: surveys engineers’ remarkable<br />
plan to build a mile high building in the centre of Tokyo. Fire and Water:<br />
portrays the celebrations and festivals that mark important times of year<br />
for the people of Thailand. A World of Its Own: explores a wide variety of<br />
geographic and cultural events in Australia.<br />
Discovery Channel School Duration 54min<br />
DVD - 6DISATC<br />
Price $137.50<br />
The World in Art<br />
Covering 4 years; 1571, 1603, 1776, and 1812, this<br />
series provides a global snapshot of the arts that defined<br />
time. Major historical events frame each film, focusing<br />
on the particular artists, poets and books, architects<br />
and composers who earned a place in <strong>history</strong>. Topics<br />
covered include Martin Luther, Queen Elizabeth, William<br />
Shakespeare, Don Quixote, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Napoleon, The<br />
brothers Grimm, Ludwig von Beethoven and many more.<br />
Produced by Timeless Productions Inc in association with History Television Inc.,<br />
BBC and Alliance Atlantis Duration 4 x 49min<br />
1571 DVD - 6GNWA1<br />
1603 DVD - 6GNWA2<br />
1776 DVD - 6GNWA3<br />
1812 DVD - 6GNWA4<br />
Price $132 each<br />
Series Price $385<br />
CD ROM TITLES<br />
Greek and Roman World CD ROM<br />
Examine the uniqueness of the cultures of the Aegean Greeks, Italian<br />
Romans, Imperial Romans and Mediterranean Greeks. Explore the<br />
contributions in art, literature, politics, philosophy, education and the<br />
sciences by these four ancient peoples.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZGRW Price $88<br />
Ancient Rome CD ROM<br />
Survey the important events in Rome from 1000 BC the late 5th century<br />
AD. Territorial expansions, customs and beliefs, governments and<br />
armies are examined through works by Roman artists.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZA02 Price $88<br />
Everyday Life in Ancient Egypt CD ROM<br />
Examine the rulers, traditions, beliefs and battles of ancient Egypt. The<br />
life and death for the rich, poor and Pharaohs. Explore mummification,<br />
pyramids, artefacts and the hieroglyphics of this ancient civilisation.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZELAE Price $88<br />
Cradles of Civilisation CD ROM<br />
Explore the military, political, economic, social, cultural and intellectual<br />
achievements of humanity from prehistoric cultures to the rise and fall of<br />
the Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilisations. Examine how the modern<br />
civilisation is a product of efforts by numerous races and cultures.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZCC Price $88<br />
Ancient Greece CD ROM<br />
Explore the humanistic spirit and magnificence of this civilisation<br />
through its stunning sculpture and architecture. Examine how religion,<br />
government, social life and art were interdependant.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZAO1 Price $88<br />
Fascist Dictatorship CD ROM<br />
Examine the historical and philosophical roots of fascism as you trace<br />
the rise to power and subsequent fall of Mussolini and Hitler, among<br />
others. This program shows the relationship between fascism and<br />
democracy and relates the legacy of fascism after World War II.<br />
CD ROM - 99ZFD Price $88<br />
BACKLIST TITLES Visit www.marcom.com.au for details.<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1148<br />
VHS - RWAANC1<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1215<br />
VHS - RWAANC2<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1356<br />
VHS - RWAANC3<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1431<br />
VHS - RWAANC4<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1521<br />
VHS -RWAANC5<br />
Newscast from the Past - 1642<br />
VHS - RWAANC6<br />
Price $88 each<br />
Out of the Past - New Worlds<br />
VHS - RWOP1<br />
Out of the Past - Hearth<br />
VHS - RWOP2<br />
Out of the Past - Artisans and Traders<br />
VHS - RWOP3<br />
Out of the Past - Signs and Symbols<br />
VHS - RWOP4<br />
Out of the Past - Power Prestige and Wealth<br />
VHS - RWOP5<br />
Out of the Past - Realms<br />
VHS - RWOP6<br />
Out of the Past - Spirit World<br />
VHS - RWOP7<br />
Out of the Past - Collapse<br />
VHS - RWOP8<br />
Price $121 ea