A series of six programmes giving a view of man and his expanding society seen in the archaeological landscape of the South.

Britain's first industrial revolution arrived about 4,000 years ago when man first discovered the raw materials beneath his feet - such materials as copper, tin and gold. Copper and tin he used for tools and weapons - the gold was turned into incredibly fine ornaments for his tribal chiefs.
With the new wealth came trade, and an early European common market sprang up. It was a time of dramatic change.
Presented by Professor Barry Cunliffe from Oakley Down, Dorset
with Dr Colin Renfrew, David Leigh

(BBC South)
(Colour)