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The Dark Ages: An Age of Light

Season 1 Episode 3: The Wonder of Islam

The next episode explores the rapid spread of Islam from its Arabian roots to the Middle East, North Africa, and Spain, as it brings its unique architectural styles, astronomical observations, and art that showcases the wonders of paradise.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Clash of the Gods

1. The Clash of the Gods

Aired: Nov 27, 2012

Christianity emerged as an artistic force in the Roman Empire during the 3rd ...

Episode 2 What the Barbarians Did for Us

2. What the Barbarians Did for Us

Aired: Dec 4, 2012

The next episode delves into the misconceptions surrounding the barbarians, r...

Episode 3 The Wonder of Islam

3. The Wonder of Islam

Aired: Dec 11, 2012

The next episode explores the rapid spread of Islam from its Arabian roots to...

Episode 4 The Men of the North

4. The Men of the North

Aired: Dec 18, 2012

Vikings launched raids on British and Irish coasts, targeting monasteries wit...

Appearances

Waldemar Januszczak

Creators

Waldemar JanuszczakCreator

Info about The Dark Ages: An Age of Light

Current Status: Ended

Network: Histoire TV

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History