The First Eden
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Play S1 E1David Attenborough presents the history and natural history of the Mediterranean lands.
Cast: David Attenborough
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Season 1
4 episodes
1. The Making of the GardenDavid 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.PGCC55minMar 8, 1987
2. The Gods EnslavedChanging 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.PGCC55minMar 15, 1987
3. The Wastes of WarDavid Attenborough visits Jordan, Spain, Italy and Malta. Included: the Arabs' passion for horses, which were the key to the spread of Islam in Spain; the devastation of forests in Spain for sheep pastures and in Italy for shipbuilding.PGCC55minMar 22, 1987
4. Strangers in the GardenHow pollution and exploitation, including oil spills and sewage dumping, have endangered wildlife and the Mediterranean terrain. Also: visits to areas where animals still live safely, such as the coasts of Majorca and Tunisia.PGCC55minMar 29, 1987
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The First Eden
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David Attenborough presents the history and natural history of the Mediterranean lands.
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- Andrew Neal
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English
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