During the Roaring Twenties farmers overproduced on their land, eroding the top soil and depriving it of needed nutrients. When the great droughts of the 1930s hit, the entire southern Midwest turned... more
As a scientist, architect, politician and key figure in the founding of America, Thomas Jefferson's range of achievements is nothing short of spectacular. Noted documentarian Ken Burns applies his... more
The New York Times called Ken Burns "the most accomplished documentary filmmaker of his generation." This set includes seven films from Burns' award-winning collection: Statue of Liberty (1985/60... more
"For it's 1, 2, 3 strikes you're out at the old ball game!" No base is left unturned as master storyteller Ken Burns opens up the stadium gate for every hero and scoundrel that ever affected... more