The Story of China

Historian Michael Wood explores China on a fascinating journey through the landscapes, people, stories and cultures that have helped create its distinctive character.

In search of the roots of Chinese culture, Michael Wood joins the Qin family reunion, where 300 relatives gather to...

Available on Aug 20

Michael Wood tells the tale of China's first great international age under the Tang Dynasty.

Available on Aug 27

Michael Wood explores China's Song dynasty and heads to the city of Kaifeng.

Available on Sep 3

Michael Wood recounts the tale of one of China's most famous dynasties.

Available on Sep 10

Michael Wood explores the story of China's last empire, the Qing.

Available on Sep 17

Michael Wood looks at how revolution has been a recurring fact of life in Chinese history and how three revolutions...

Wed Aug 13, 10:00pm E1 Ancestors

Thu Aug 14, 2:00am E1 Ancestors

Wed Aug 20, 10:00pm E2 Silk Road and China Ships

Thu Aug 21, 2:00am E2 Silk Road and China Ships

Wed Aug 27, 10:00pm E3 Golden Age

Thu Aug 28, 2:00am E3 Golden Age

Wed Sep 3, 10:00pm E4 The Ming

Thu Sep 4, 2:00am E4 The Ming

Wed Sep 10, 10:00pm E5 The Last Empire

Thu Sep 11, 2:00am E5 The Last Empire

Wed Sep 17, 10:00pm E6 The Age of Revolution

Thu Sep 18, 2:00am E6 The Age of Revolution