Synopsis

For the first time, this program reveals the astonishing story of how China fostered a wealth of ingenious creations, including sophisticated instruments for observing the stars, hydraulic hammers, water-powered clocks, and even paper itself. We uncover evidence that ancient China was an industrial powerhouse, equipped with devices such as underground drilling machines known as "heaven carts," geared milling equipment, and factories utilizing water power for mass production. Remarkably, unlik