First Emperor, The: China’s Terracotta Army
- Synopsis
- Made for the British Museum to accompany the exhibition of Chinese terracotta figures.Based on th4e latest research and including location photography at key sites in China, this film sheds new light on the achievements, ambitions and legacy of the enigmatic ruler Qin Shihuangdi - an emperor who wished to rule for all eternity.
A selection of the extraordinary terracottta figures can be seen in the gallery of extra images. - Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Year of release
- 2007
- Year of production
- 2007
- Subjects
- Archaeology; History
- Keywords
- ancient civilisations; China; history of China; archaeological finds
Distribution Formats
- Type
- DVD
- Format
- Region 2 PAL
- Price
- £15.99
- Availability
- Sale
- Duration/Size
- 40 minutes
- Year
- 2007
Production Company
Sponsor
- Name
British Museum Press
- Address
- 38 Russell Square
London
WC1B 3QQ
Distributor
- Name
Quantum Leap
- Notes
- The company ceased trading in 2018. It was previously a distributor and online retailer specialising in non-fiction DVD titles on a wide variety of subjects, particularly in the areas of music instruction, music performance, sport instruction, and health. Some titles also available through retail outlets.
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