Eternal Egypt — Season 1, Episode 4: The Desert
Documentary • 52 min • 1 season, 4 episodes
Episode synopsis
Traveling through the land of the Pharaohs, around 450 BC, Herodotus was struck by the contrast of the lush banks of the great river and the aridity of the surrounding desert. In this last episode, venture into the desert that the Egyptians of the Nile never really managed to control. It is still a place of danger and rebellion.
About Eternal Egypt
Explore the history of the Ancient Egyptians and how their culture had a lasting effect on Egyptians today. Dive into the importance of the great Nile River, their unique view on death, the desert that defines the area, and the legacy that has been left behind. This cradle of humanity seems to be a never-ending wealth of insight into our past.