More drama-filled, dangerous & controversial than ever, Whale Wars returns with a vengeance for an action-packed second series. Join the fearless crew on an adrenaline-loaded, mind-blowing mission to save the planet's beloved & most fascinating creatures, 'the beast of the sea'. Collision at sea, harrowing nautical manoeuvres, a near-death experience in an ice field & more aggressive Japanese defences against the Sea Shepherds are just some of the highlights as the gutsy Sea Shepherd crew wrestles the icy Antarctic waters in an attempt to put an end to Whaling operations. Approx run time is 500 mins ...

Join Discovery as we go in search of The Secrets of the Egyptians & uncover the truth behind some of the world's oldest & most famous mysteries. This fascinating collection begins with an attempt to trace the woman who launched a thousand myths: the ancient Egyptian Queen Nefertiti. Renowned archaeologist Zahi Hawass is on a mission to reveal the deepest secrets of Nefertiti's life, which still remain a mystery after 3, 000 years. We then cover the life of Egyptian King Ramses II who ruled for 64 years, built on a scale unequalled by any ruler in history, bragged about his military prowess & was fond of listing the names of his two hundred children. As one of the most highly significant mummies of modern times, it was his remains that were sent to France for treatment, becoming the only mummy ever to leave Egypt. We reveal what secrets his remains revealed after thousands of years. Finally, we cover the women pharaohs whose names are legendary: Cleopatra, Nefertiti & Hatshepsut. All were icons of beguiling beauty & supreme power, their command rivalling that of the mightiest male rulers in history. Today, in spectacular finds in the famed Temple of Karnak & across the Nile in the Necropolis at Thebes, archaeologists have uncovered a major power source of these well-known women rulers in a previously little-known cult ...

In April 1912, after colliding with an iceberg, the cruise ship RMS Titanic sank into the North Atlantic Ocean, in one of the most notorious disasters in world history. A new scientific expedition is about to expire one of the most distant & dangerous archaeological sites on Earth. Located four kilometres below the surface of the Atlantic Ocean, new advances in marine technology are about to shed light on one of the most alluring wrecks in our history. This special one-hour programme documents an unprecedented August 1996 research & recovery expedition, during which a section of the Titanic's hull is raised, briefly, before returning to the ocean floor. ...

6 DVD's with out of this world e[isodes about the natural world. Episodes include, Amazing Earth, The Frozen Kingdom, Spirits of the Rainforest, Understanding Oceans, Living in extremes & Journey to the centre of earth. All unmissable episodes that are a brilliant watch or nature lovers. ...

It has been estimated that there are between 3 & 30 million different species on Earth & this is before we take into account micro-organisms & creatures of the deep sea. The biodiversity of our planet is of great interest in our modern day world, as we try to make sense of climate change & the impact we have on the fragile ecosystems. All over the planet there are diverse eco-regions, each with their own set of inhabitants uniquely suited to thrive in their special surroundings; tailor-made to survive against all odds. Mutant Planet transports you to these worlds within worlds where nature & evolution have combined to shape astounding animals with ingenious lifestyles & unorthodox patterns of behaviour. Follow the Discovery cameras on a journey through some of the most astounding locations to experience the lives of natures most extreme creatures. ...

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel?, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects. From deadly animal battles & futuristic spy technology to super volcanoes & the coldest places in the Universe, the dramatic, action-packed text, astounding facts, thrilling photography & dynamic design concepts will inform & enthrall. ...

The Discovery of DNA charts the developments that led to the discovery of the structure of DNA by Watson & Crick in 1953
- a revelation
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A 17th century astronomer staying at the chateau of a beautiful Marchioness accompanies her into her garden at night & introduces her to the new discoveries of astronomy. The first modern edition of Aphra Behn's translation of a charming & witty dialogue by the French writer Bernard de Fontenelle. ...

One of the Discovery World Reference Texts, this graded title can be used for guided, individual & shared reading with links to the wider curriculum. Carefully leveled to ensure steady progression in the aquisition of skills, Stages C & D include more complex features & questions. ...

Looking for the key to living a longer & healthier life? Doctors now know that the underlying causes of most chronic diseases are lifestyle factors, so the solution is in your hands. Disease Free tells you how in minimise or even prevent health problems
- from arthritis & diabetes to heart disease & ulcers
- before they start.

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