Math and the Rise of Civilization (2011) is a Documentary series that follows a guided tour of the history of numbers and how they’ve shaped the development of humankind is at the heart of this unique series. In five episodes that take us across time and around the world, we see how mathematics played an important role in ancient Egypt and Greece, early India, medieval Europe, and our own modern world. Computer graphics make mathematical formulae accessible and interesting, while dramatic reenactments of history pique the viewer’s interest. Math and the Rise of Civilization is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. Fans of documentary series may also want to explore similar titles below.