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The Great Thaw

Episode 2 of 13

Kenneth Clark traces the reawakening of European civilisation in the 12th century from its first manifestations in Cluny Abbey to the Basilica of St Denis and, finally, to its high point, the building of Chartres Cathedral.

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Credits

Role Contributor
Writer Kenneth Clark
Narrator Kenneth Clark
Director Peter Montagnan
Producer Michael Gill
Producer Peter Montagnon

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  • Sun 2 Mar 1969 20:15
  • Fri 8 Jul 1983 19:45
  • Sat 16 Oct 1993 14:10
  • Wed 23 Feb 2005 19:10
  • Wed 16 Feb 2011 22:00
  • Sun 20 Feb 2011 18:25
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