![A Collection of Wonders Box Set (Wonders of the Solar System / Wonders of the Universe / Wonders of Life) [Blu-ray]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51xtau5LzKL.jpg)
A triple set of BBC documentaries presented by Professor Brian Cox. 'Wonders of the Solar System' (2010) focuses on such phenomena as Saturn's rings, the solar flares of the Sun and the deserts of Mars to demonstrate how the forces that shaped our world are also responsible for creating some of the most breathtaking sights in our solar system. In the follow-up series, 'Wonders of the Universe' (2011), Cox continues his exploration of the universe and its effect on human life. Vast, complex and almost infinite, the universe has been the subject of human fascination and scientific exploration for thousands of years. Its properties can seem impossible to grasp, but this series uses the evidence found in the natural world around us to explain the fundamental principles that underpin the laws of nature such as light, gravity, matter and time. Finally, in 'Wonders of Life (2012) Cox tells the story of the origins and history of life, from the fundamental laws which govern its creation, to the myriad species that populate our planet. Tracing how light, gravity, time, matter and energy combined 3.7 billion years ago to begin a process which ultimately led to the huge diversity of life we now have on Earth, Cox visits locations around the world to reveal how life came to adapt and develop in the most unusual and unexpected places. Please note a 1080/50i compatible player is required for playback.
C**3
Five stars for the show, but take note....
I'm not an expert here, but like the other review says, this particular collection was made for British players / TV's. I have tried all three blu ray players we have and the show plays on only one of them. An LG player (I'll update with exact model later) (EDIT: LG BP125) was the one that saved me. The other two: Panasonic DMP-BD60 which played the audio, but the screen was black. And Sony PS3 250GB slim (purchased in 2010) which only had a black screen.I think Amazon should put a notice front and center on this product's page about this issue. I'm wondering if there is an official list of what blu ray players can convert or read this format and which ones can't. Disappointing to find out it doesn't work on your main player. I am in the U.S. and bought the item from a U.S. IP address from the U.S. siteand there was no indicator that it might not play correctly on U.S. players.Five stars for the show though!
C**O
Great collection!
I loved watching those shows on BBC Earth and now I can see them whenever I want. Excellent information and Brian's explanations are so nice and easy to understand. Definitely recommended to anyone that wants to understand better the universe around us!
J**W
LOVE THIS SET!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brian Cox is a miracle-worker: he's managed to explain so of the most complex science in a way that leaves the watcher - child and adult alike - full of wonder and gratitude for the miracle that is our existence...no miracles required! Thank you, Dr. Cox!!!
R**H
Very personable and enjoyable views of the universe, the solar system, and life
A very personable presentation of how the universe is amazing from an empirical, scientific point of view. Brian Cox's way of looking at the universe, the solar system, and life shows that science needn't be dry and boring.
S**E
Would have loved it more if it would have played on my player
I love Collection Wonders, it just that this is the 2nd time I gotten it and it will not play in any of my players, it comes from Las Vegas and are part of BBC America they should play in USA players, I had to send it back again !!!!!!!!
J**S
Blu-ray player issues?
Awesome! It didn't work in my old Blu-ray player but I had planned to upgrade to a PS4 anyways and it had no problem running through there once I did. Wonders of Life is worth the price alone. So good!
N**T
Everyone here says they can'twatch it on their DVD player
Everyone here says they can't watch it on their BD player, but I can watch it on PS4. My PS4 is bought in the US.
J**E
Brian Cox is the man
One of the best scientific series on the universe ever made
J**E
Simple to understand and easy to watch
3 DVD’s in the collection.2 discs per DVD.3 episodes per disc.Episodes are about an hour long each, so as you can see there is a good few hours worth of extremely interesting and well explained physics on the universe and how life begins.Narrator is very important to me. I don’t like over excited Americans rambling on for hours! Thankfully, Brian is brilliant and extremely easy to watch. He explains everything with simple experiments and explanations. And he takes you around the world.My other half is the typical girly girl, mention space and the universe and she simply doesn’t care! Even she couldn’t stop watching it!Worth every penny! I would have paid double for this!
T**R
A MUST have for a Brian Cox Fan - Worth Every Penny!
Brian is a pure Genius, not only academically, but in the incredibly skillful & thought provoking way that he can put vastly complicated scientific things across to an everyday person, such as my self! I thoroughly enjoy all his DVDs and they are worth every penny, i hope we can see more of him on the television. If you are interested in our nature & world please buy these, you will enjoy them!
M**K
Amazing, Beautiful boxset
I bought this series because I love Brian Cox and wanted to learn a little more about the universe. The series covers a huge spectrum of info from life to particles to the whole universe and it's exceptionally educational. If you're a fan of Brian Cox already and interested in what we're made of and the history of the universe then i'd really highly recommend this. I personally felt like now and then he contradicted himself in some of his theories but other than that it was a fantastic watch. The cinematic features look incredible on blu ray and the sound quality is exceptional too. All in all i'd say this is a must have to your collection if this is your thing.
B**N
Excellent way of making a complex topic accessible to the average person.
I really enjoyed these and was lucky enough to see a few on telly when they were aired. The subject matter isn't for everyone but if you enjoy learning about the world and universe around you and how it works you wont be disappointed with these. I would like to think that i am at least of average intelligence but i am definitely not a scientist or a physicist! Professor Cox explains the topics of the dvds in a simple and engaging way allowing the average person to understand and engage with what is being discussed very easily. I found these really enjoyable to watch and definitely learned a great deal from them. Professor Cox is to physics what Attenborough is to wildlife. Well worth a watch!
D**.
A must see for all ages
Approximately 15 hours of enjoyment, mesmerizing views and scientific data that are entertaining for all ages. I highly recommend to get these films, especially if you have children, as Brian Cox like no other succeeds in expanding the horizons and showing the actual picture of what's around us.
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