Pergamon and the New View of the World

Take a lively tour of the ancient ruins of Pergamon with this enlightening travelogue program. Regarded as the place where the origins of Greek culture and the history of Western thought first took root, the destination located in what is now Turkey is explored with stunning location footage and insightful commentary about its massive library and settlements focused on trade, science, and philosophical ideas. 57 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.