James A. Michener's Centennial
Title:
James A. Michener's Centennial
Uniform Title:
Centennial (Television program)
ISBN:
9780783215129
Publication Information:
Universal City, CA : Universal City Studios, Inc. : Distributed by Universal Studios Home Entertainment, ©2008.
Physical Description:
6 videodiscs (approximately 20 hr., 52 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Contents:
Only the rocks live forever / The yellow apron
The wagon and the elephant / For as long as the waters flow
The massacre / The Longhorns
The shepherds / The storm
The crime / The winds of fortune
The winds of death / The scream of eagles
Reading Level:
MPAA Rating: Not rated.
Added Author:
Summary:
Relives the grand hopes, dreams, loves, and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century. Begins with French and Scottish trappers interacting with Native Americans and follows the increasing conflicts as more permanent settlers arrive. Shows how the town of Centennial is founded by the young Mennonite Levi Zendt and his bride-to-be. Looks at the effects of the American Civil War on the settlement and the disputes between cattle ranchers and farmers. Shows the plight of Mexican residents who find their rights threatened by a real estate tycoon from back East. Examines more recent dirty politics as two contestants face off over the future of the town and its dwindling natural resources.
System Details:
DVD; REGION 1, NTSC; 2.0 DOLBY DIGITAL MONO.; FULL SCREEN PRESENTATION, 1.33:1 ASPECT RATIO.
Language Note:
IN ENGLISH WITH OPTIONAL ENGLISH SDH (SUBTITLES FOR THE DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING).