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  • Actors: David Attenborough
  • Format: Subtitled, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 24
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Studio: 2 Entertain Video
  • DVD Release Date: 5 Dec 2005
  • Run Time: 4360 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000B3MJ1E
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,082 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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DVD Description
This box set contains all of David Attenborough's 'Life' series - among the greatest and most beautiful nature documentaries even made. 'The Life of Birds' presents a fascinating and exciting view of the world of birds, the largest animal group on earth. Also includes: 'Trials of Life', 'Life in the Freezer', 'The Life of Mammals', 'The Private Life of Plants', 'The Living Planet', 'Life on Earth' and 'Life in the Undergrowth'.

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This box set contains all eight of David Attenborough's classic "Life" nature documantaries, including Life on Earth and The Living Planet, in a 24-disc set with a running time of over sixty hours.

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221 of 224 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievable value for money, 19 Nov 2006
Quite simply, a stunning collection of some of the finest nature documentaries ever produced. Breathtaking footage, combined with Sir David's contagious enthusiasm for the natural world make for wonderful viewing indeed. Superlatives can't describe it well enough; you owe it to yourself to give it a look!

All you need add to your collection is The Blue Planet, the upcoming DVD release of Planet Earth, Life in Cold Blood (due in 2008), and a few other miscellaneous Attenborough works, and you will have a collection to be very proud of and treasure.

Whilst it is impossible to do the series justice in this way, here's a brief rundown of what you get:

Life in the Undergrowth - Focuses on the tiny creatures that are very close to us at all times, yet are often overlooked - insects.

The Private Life of Plants - Explores the wonders of the plant world.

The Living Planet - In this author's humble opinion, possibly the very best work in The Life Collection. The Living Planet goes into great detail about the many different environments on Earth and the life that can be found within. Hot and cold. From the lush rainforests to the most barren deserts. Magnificent.

Life on Earth - A broad view of life on Earth, from it's beginnings to the present.

The Life of Birds - As the name implies, it's an exploration of the world of Birds.

Trials of Life - A rather different focus than the other series; Trials of Life focuses on the various stages of life, from Birth to Death.

Life in the Freezer - A wonderful set of documentaries focusing on life in the coldest and most isolated parts of the world - namely the Poles.

The Life of Mammals - Explores the very varied world of mammals.
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66 of 68 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars David Attenborough box set, 17 April 2007
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I'll keep it brief- If you are interested in the subject matter, you will be absolutely rivetted. If not, you will find yourself captivated anyway ! David Attenborough presents a wonderful outlook on life throughout the series,harsh sometimes, but nevertheless true. If you cannot afford to take your kids to these exotic places to learn about animals in all their forms, FOR ONCE, SIT THEM IN FRONT OF THE T.V.! This is money invested for your ankle-biters. I own all the series in separate forms, and my [...]loves the sea ones best! Look at the separate series if your'e not sure, but you wont regret it. Top Viewing and better than "reality tv" any day of the week. pete, The uk.
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42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Amazing..., 13 Mar 2006
I cannot praise David Attenborough and his team(s) of researchers, photographers and cameramen enough for their work in creating these wonderful documentaries.

Each one is stunningly shot, edited and produced with some of the best narrations ever to grace our screens...

These shows have enriched my life and my understanding of the world we live in since I started watching as a child. And now I can own them on DVD, ^_^

(and so can you. trust me, it's worth the money.)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Recipe for an astounding treat
Take one top television presenter, with decades of experience; add one great all-round naturalist; mix with one very charming man; and you now have the icing for your cake - David... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Morley St George

5.0 out of 5 stars The Life Collection
This is a great collection, a must have for anybody interested in natural history, narrated by king David Attenborough.
Published 5 months ago by Farry

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Everything I could wish for. Expensive, but worth it. The problem is to find the time to watch all the DVDs. Great for my kids too.
Published 5 months ago by O. Ribert

5.0 out of 5 stars The Life Collection
Bought for an entomologist daughter to keep as reference and entertainment by this extraordinary naturalist. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pauline

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Collection
This has rapidly become one of the most enlightening and enjoyable purchases I have ever made.

I had owned some of the Trials of Life episodes and had always wanted... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Ismael Hernandez

5.0 out of 5 stars still the best
This collection of documentaries by David Attenborough shows us that he is still the benchmark when it comes to explain in simply and precise, yet captivating and inspirational... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Nik C

5.0 out of 5 stars A great gift from BBC, not only for UK audience...
This is one of the best dvd set I've bought so far... It includes most of the documentaries of one of the greatest English broadcaster. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Poli Alessandro

5.0 out of 5 stars American Fans READ THIS...
I'm writing this for other American fans of David who are frustrated with the pickings we get of David (Life On Earth has NEVER come to us on DVD, nor Life of Plants, or Trials of... Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2006 by Ray Robinson

5.0 out of 5 stars The amazing life forms of the world
This collection must be one of (if not the best) collection of nature DVDS ever brought out. David Attenboroughs series are masterpieces. Read more
Published on 29 Oct 2006 by Sam's reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpiece
This boxset is a must have. It has the vast majority of Attenboroughs wildlife series and is the perfect starting place to learn more about natural history. Read more
Published on 31 May 2006 by Spider Monkey

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