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Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Surveys the natural history of Indiana prior to the arrival of Europeans and afterwards. Explores the diversity of life in Indiana's rivers, lakes, forests and prairies. Examines how human activity has altered the state's natural habitats and how recent efforts have contributed to the protection and restoration of plants, animals and habitats.
Language
English
Description
Collection of programs offering a video tour of the United States by rail. See the Colorado Rockies, Lake Louise, Banff; Donner's Peak; the scenic run from Los Angeles to San Diego; the Pacific coastline, the Sierra Nevada Range; Oregon's valleys, rivers, and creeks, the Blue Mountains; Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountains; the Soo Line, Burlington Northern, and other lines on their way through the upper Mississippi Valley; Shenandoah's diesel-powered...
Language
English
Description
Join Rudy Maxa as he explores the splendors of France in Normandy and the wine country. Take in the stunning beauty of the Greek Islands before heading to some of Europe's greatest cities including London and Paris. Finally, cruise down Germany's romantic road and trek into the rugged magnificence of the alps. Includes Treasures Outside London; Splendors of France; Mysteries of Greece and Rome; Great Cities of Europe; Romantic Germany and Beyond;...
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Journey to three of the most exotic, mysterious, and remote islands on Earth: Madagascar, Borneo, and Hawaii. These isolated and iconic tropical islands harbor remarkable wildlife and human castaways found nowhere else on Earth. In a rapidly changing world, these fragile islands are a vital gauge for the health of the planet.
6) Jerusalem
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
An inspiring and eye-opening tour of one of the world's oldest and most enigmatic cities. Destroyed and rebuilt countless times over 5,000 years, the city's enduring appeal remains a mystery. What made it so important to so many different cultures? How did it become the center of the world for three major religions? Why does it still matter to people?
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
The inspiring story of the wild rebirth of a continent. Across four episodes, the series reveals the spectacular resurgence of nature across Europe's most varied and breathtaking landscapes. From the Arctic Circle to rich river wetlands, from deep forest to rugged mountain peaks, witness Europe's most iconic wildlife thrive and flourish in the most unexpected places.
8) Kentucky
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
"Kentucky is famous for its thoroughbred horses (Churchill Downs), bourbon (Woodford Reserve), and baseball bats (Louisville Slugger)...It's a spectaculary beautiful state with a wide variety of geography and physical beauty.."--Container.
Language
English
Description
Includes all 8 half-hour Rick Steves' Europe TV shows on Spain, airing from 2000 to 2012. The shows included are: Barcelona and Catalunya; Basque Country; Northern Spain and the Camino de Santiago; The Majesty of Madrid; Highlights of Castille: Toledo and Salamanca; Sevilla; Granada, Cordoba and Spain's Costa del Sol; and Andaluca,̕ Gibraltar and Tangier.
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The Rocky Mountains are the second largest mountain range on Earth, stretching some 2,000 miles from central New Mexico to the northern edge of Canada. Journey deep into the wild heart of the Rocky Mountains and experience this rugged land as never seen before, through the eyes of its iconic wildlife.
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Rick Steves' European Christmas is made possible with generous support from American Airlines in association with Oregon Public Broadcast and PBS"--Container cover. Original date of production, c2005. Like a fun bundle of stocking stuffers, this disc includes nearly an hour of our favorite bits that couldn't make into this finely edited TV special. Extras on this disc indlude: many of our favorite musical performances in their entirely; a rare and...
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
It takes audiences into the secret wilds of China to reveal the beauty of its hidden kingdoms. With unique access to locations across the country, viewers go on a journey through these magical realms, exploring five very different worlds. "Stars" of these kingdoms include iconic and charismatic animals, sharing their worlds with other fascinating creatures.
15) Michigan
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Explore various sights in Michigan, including Detroit, Motown, and Motor City history, Henry Ford Museum, Diego Rivera at the Detroit Institute of Art, Mackinac Island and Mays fudge creations, and much more.
16) Pennsylvania
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
A video essay about the people, cultures and sights of Pennsylvania.
17) Unbranded
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Follows four men who, during a 3,000-mile trek from Mexico to Canada, encounter a herd of wild mustangs, which they tame and bring with them on the remainder of the journey. Discusses the plight of wild horses of America's West, animals who run the risk of being detained in federal holding pens sometimes for decades.
Language
English
Formats
Description
In the 9th Century Norsemen swept down from the Scandinavian peninsula to become the scourge of Europe. They sacked the city of Paris, founded the city of Dublin, Ireland, served the Byzantine Court of Constantinople, settled the new country of Iceland, and discovered America in the year 1000. Today, Norway is the third largest exporter of oil in the world, and almost all Norwegians speak English; yet they still retain a unique culture and remain...
20) Colorado
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
Provides viewers with an overview of traveling in Colorado, including the Rocky Mountains, Pikes Peak, Denver, Durango and much more.
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