| Description |
1 videodisc (180 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Credits |
Photography, Douglas Hartington ; film editor, Steve Scales ; original music, Anthony Burke. |
| Performer |
Presented by Bettany Hughes. |
| Summary |
Chronicles the rise and fall of the civilization of ancient Sparta, considering socio-economic, political and military aspects and influence on later Western culture. Key battles (Thermopylae, Sphakteria, Syracuse) and individuals (Leonidas, Lysander, Lycurgus, Agesilaos) are examined. Includes location footage and battle re-enactments. |
| Audience |
MPAA rating: Not rated. |
| System Details |
DVD, Region 1, Widescreen presentation; Dolby surround stereo. |
| Language |
Closed-captioned. |
| Note |
GMD: videorecording. |
| Subject |
Sparta (Extinct city)
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| Genre/Form |
Documentary television programs.
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Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
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| Added Author |
Kirby, Tim.
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Archer, Melanie.
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Hughes, Bettany.
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Scales, Steve.
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Burke, Anthony, 1966-
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Hartington, Douglas.
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Lion Television Ltd.
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Channel Four (Great Britain)
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PBS Home Video.
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| ISBN |
1415701032 |
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25.00 |
| Music No. |
87785 PBS Home Video |
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