Browse by Subject: Innovation & Discovery

Did you know a dog walk led to the discovery of Velcroâ and a laboratory accident helped invent Teflonâ? “Accidental Inventions” reveals this and...
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Through artwork, map animation, and scenic photography, this program examines the voyages of Cabot, Verrazano, Cartier, Frobisher, Drake and Hudson. A Coronet release.
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Artwork and map animation help illustrate the exciting voyages of Prince Henry the Navigator, Díaz, Columbus, Vasco da Gama, Magellan, Ponce de León,...
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How do airplanes fly? How does a jet engine work? This revised edition of Norman Bean's "Airplanes: A First Film" answers the basic questions of a...
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This program recounts the life of Alfred Nobel, known during his lifetime as “the merchant of death” because of his discovery and exploitation of...
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Representing the history and vibrant patriotism of America in its youth, the Diplomatic Reception Rooms of the United States Department of State...
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Part of the America's Heritage Series. This film explores the progression in technique and style in architecture and furniture.
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Part of the America's Heritage series. This film exhibits the variety of arts and crafts in the world.
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Amerindian Legacy explores the many important contributions first made by the Amerindians, including their contributions to the world’s economy, the...
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Complimenting the art of film making, this series explores the fundamentals and spirit of the motion picture while providing a comprehensive look...
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Series Includes: Film Volume I: Screenwriting Film Volume II: The Camera Film Volume III: Performance Film Volume IV: Music and Sound Film...
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Series Includes: Film Volume VII: Vintage Hitchcock Film Volume VIII: Performance in Depth: The Many Roles of Alec Guinness Film Volume IX: The...
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