PBS America (Freeview) Saturday

Part one of two. Dramatised documentary exploring the truth behind the myth of the iconic Egyptian ruler, revealing why her name still resonates through the centuries

Part two of two. Dramatised documentary revealing the truth behind the myth of the iconic Egyptian ruler

Bettany Hughes examines the history of the ancient city founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, and which became the centre of the world of art and culture

The archaeologist explores the story of Ancient Egypt and begins with a search of the building blocks that made the civilisation so enduring

The professor tells the story of political upheaval and civil war that followed Egypt's 'Pyramid Age', and the bloody battle that eventually led to the nation's reunification

Joann explores the peak of ancient Egyptian civilisation, examining the lives of the workers and artisans involved in the building of the Valley of the Kings

The historian reveals how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife, and looks at how Alexander the Great came to its rescue

Part one of two. Dramatised documentary exploring the truth behind the myth of the iconic Egyptian ruler, revealing why her name still resonates through the centuries

Part two of two. Dramatised documentary revealing the truth behind the myth of the iconic Egyptian ruler

Bettany Hughes examines the history of the ancient city founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, and which became the centre of the world of art and culture