The Incredible Human Journey

I have to say that part of the appeal of these series is the host, Alice Roberts. Naturally, I would enjoy this documentary without her in the leading role, but it's so much more pleasant with her leading the way and telling the story in that sexy British accent. This woman is so damn cute and charming, I'll probably end up watching this series again and again, just because she's there. Oops, I'm afraid this is turning into a review of Alice Roberts instead of the documentary. Just can't help :)

A breath of fresh air on numerous levels . This is a review of the DVD by the way... (since it's not here yet and I don't have the book) Level one : In a TV wasteland littered by Big Brothers and various other soul destroying programs , the BBC (again) comes to the rescue with money, insight, ideas and professionalism . Level two : A fascinating and multi-level story told in a down-to-earth and intelligent way . Level three : An up to date story with the latest insights shot in the exact locations were discoveries were made Level four : Imaginative camera work and photography with great background music. Level five : Presented by a professional in a intelligent, down to earth, natural and very charming way . And I mean Charming.. There are many other levels but do yourselves a favour and just buy the thing I'm off to see it again.

I saw the second programme on the tv and couldnt wait to read the book.This is excellent it has to be and I havent even read it .The programme was astounding.It answered every question you had ever half formulated about neanderthal everything.This woman is seriously user friendly, totally unaffected and very knowledgeable and the back up was out of this world ... all over everywhere... in the caves in Romania, all over Africa, nice knowleageable and approachable with a seemingly completely unpalatable subject made avaiable by this very good team