The Nature of Things (1960)
The Nature of Things is a Canadian television series of documentary programs. It debuted on CBC Television on November 6, 1960. Many of the programs document nature and the effect that humans have on it. The program was one of the first to explore environmental issues, such as clear-cut logging. The series is named after an epic poem by Roman philosopher Lucretius: "Dē Rērum Nātūrā" — On the Nature of Things.
Season 56 Episode List
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Episode 1 - Pompeii's People
Release Date: 2016-10-06Despite intense archaeological scrutiny, much of the ancient city of Pompeii still remains a mystery. Now a team of archaeologists, scientists, and historians are taking to uncover Pompeii's secrets.
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Episode 5 - Destination: Mars
Release Date: 2016-11-03The race to get to Mars is on, seizing the imagination of the world. Every month there seems to be a new revelation.