Here, we explore six notable civilizations that have collapsed, shedding light on some of the causes behind their demise and some interesting parallels relative to today. Ancient civilizations that ...

Read more about the rise and fall of ancient civilizations. Uncover the people, events, and cultures that laid the foundation for modern society—from Egyptian pharaohs, to legendary Roman ...

PRESENTER:'In China, history goes back much further than ... Michael Wood explores the reasons behind the rise and fall of the Shang dynasty, from around 3,500 years ago. He explains how ...