This DVD set from the History Channel reviews the history of mankind from the origins of the earth to today. This ambitious project details specific events in human history that became turning points in the evolution of man and societies. It includes the stories of many individuals whose influence and discoveries altered human history, from the discovery of fire and iron to the development of writing, architecture and warfare. Filled with interesting dramatizations, Mankind: The Story of All of Us, illustrates the connections between our past and present and links past events to how our world functions today. Not an in-depth account of human history, this set will tantalize with facts and descriptions of people and events and may prompt the viewer to do more detailed explorations of interesting subjects. Learn more about our world with this fascinating DVD series!