The Western Tradition poster

The Western Tradition

1989 Documentary

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Covering the ancient world through the age of technology, this illustrated lecture by Eugen Weber presents a tapestry of political and social events woven with many strands — religion, industry, agriculture, demography, government, economics, and art. A visual feast of over 2,700 images from the Metropolitan Museum of Art portrays key events that shaped the development of Western thought, culture, and tradition.

Details

Creator

Eugen Weber

Status

Ended

Release date

1/1/1989

Last air date

1/1/1989

Seasons

1

Episodes

52

Origin country

US