The history of mathematics from ancient times to the present day. Narrated by Oxford mathematics professor Marcus du Sautoy, the series covers the seminal moments and people in the development of maths.
Where to Watch Season 1
4 Episodes
The Language of the Universe
E1
The Language of the UniverseMarcus du Sautoy looks at the contributions of the great Greek mathematicians.
The Genius of the East
E2
The Genius of the EastA look at the rise of mathematics in the East, as the West entered the Dark Ages.
The Frontiers of Space
E3
The Frontiers of SpaceHow Europe took over as the world's mathematical powerhouse by the 17th century.
To Infinity and Beyond
E4
To Infinity and BeyondMarcus du Sautoy examines unsolved problems that confronted 20th-century mathematicians.
Cast of Season 1
Marcus du SautoySelf - Presenter
Christopher AnagnostakisHimself
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