PBS: Story of China w/ Michael Wood

 

 

The Ancient Origins of the Chinese People | Story of China w/ Michael Wood | Full Episode 1 | PBS

Starting with a family reunion, when 300 relatives gather to worship their ancestors on 'Tomb Sweeping Day,' Michael explores ancient myths and archaeological sites to uncover the origins of the Chinese state; he examines the first Chinese writing, and tells the dramatic tale of the bloodthirsty First Emperor, before an amazing climax with a million pilgrims at a festival on the Yellow River.

[Originally aired in 2017]