Traces the life and literary achievements of American author, John Steinbeck. Examines how his concern for the underdog was expressed in his writing and often angered the establishment. Winner of the Nobel Prize for literature, Steinbeck was one the most celebrated authors of his day. Combines stories and recollections of friends and colleagues to reveal the brilliant mind and loving spirit behind the writing. Literary scholars discuss the controversy...

"Take a front row seat on a period of U.S. history from 1930-1940 when America's heartland was ravaged by a weather phenomenon that became known as a "black blizzard." Watch as scientists and special effects experts recreate the black blizzards in amazing detail and reveal that this was a man-made disaster. Discover how these phenomena form, what they're made of, and how they affect people's health and the environment. Learn how a black blizzard emerged...

Interviews with creators and executive producers, Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan and Brad Falchuk, as well as many cast members of the highly successful television show Glee in order to understand the remarkable beginning of the show.

Sheriff Walt Longmire is back in the saddle and dedicated to serving his community after coming to terms with the devastating loss of his wife. Walt's reign as Sheriff hangs in the balance as he fights for re-election against rival Branch. Vic is visited by the ghost of a past she'd rather forget. Walt's daughter Cady searches for answers about her mother's murder, while Walt's possible connection to the death of his wife's killer threatens to draw...

Using dramatic reenactments, state of the art cinematography, location shooting, CGI and 3-D animation, historians and experts talk about history from the origins of man to the discovery of a new world.

Arguably the most brilliant and courageous warrior in recorded history. In the year 334 BC, a 20 year old military commander from Northern Greece set out to conquer what was then the known world. His name was King Alexander of Macedon. During the next 12 years, he led 40,000 troops more than 20,000 miles, defeating the most powerful ruler on Earth, King Darius of Persia, and conquering all of Asia. He died of a battle wound at the age of 32, but his...

Executive produced and hosted by Oscarʼ-winning actor Morgan Freeman, this compelling 8-part docuseries explores some of the most infamous prison escapes in history from Alcatraz and Rikers Island to Germany₂s Stalag Luft III and HM Prison Maze in Belfast. Featuring dramatic recreations and cutting-edge visual effects, along with interviews with some of the prisoners themselves, their families, their cellmates, and guards who were there, uncovers...

The story of lively and rebellious Elizabeth, one of five unmarried daughters living in the countryside of 19th century England, in a world where an advantageous marriage is a woman's sole occupation.

Four television programs based on Caroline Graham's Inspector Barnaby mystery series.