Wonders of the Universe [DVD]

Amazing presentation of the universe and how we fit in it. Visually stunning, and the music chosen works well.Brian Cox's voice is like that of David Attenborough, pleasant and calming. I expect at some point I will also buy Wonders of the Solar System and enjoy that just as much.Recommended viewing for anyone interested in astronomy, science and all things Wow!

This series, like  Wonders Of The Solar System [Blu-ray ] is fantastic, Cox puts it so simply that anyone can understand. If you liked Wonders Of The Solar System, note this series is a lot more scientific, but there are still some amazing places mentioned! If you want a down to earth physics series then I strongly recommend  Stephen Hawking's Universe [Blu-ray] [1997 ].As the title says, bit of a let down as to the Blu-ray. If you watched this on TV, you may have noticed that for the first few episodes the sound pretty much blanked out much of what Cox was saying. They did change this for the TV series, but not for the DVD or Blu-ray (I have NO IDEA why).Also, because they have fitted it all into 1 disc, the audio is not HD 5.1 at all, and there are no special features.Despite the problems, I would strongly recommend this series to amateur and advanced physicists alike!

Item arrived early and undamaged, disc played without issue, Brian Cox takes us on an tour around the Cosmos and explains things simply, doesn't try to overwhelm you with Science. Recommended!

I love this DVD, it's exciting and inspiring and left me awestruck by the magnitude of some of the numbers stated. But there was one issue i had with it. Because of the magnitude of the some of the statement Brain made it always sounded like a conclusion, like the end of the DVD. He has a very summarising voice, like every sentence is the end of the sentence. If this was changed (I vote for David Attenborough!!) then this DVD would be excellent. I'm a Neuroscientist and so have some knowledge of the universe and scientific explanations behind some of these things, but I still learnt a lot. It's not aimed at too high an academic level.

Anybody can go on the internet and teach themselves about the many wonders of our Universe. Hell, if you are lucky enough and have the mind for it you could even go and study physics or astrology at University. However, this collection of four mini documentaries are told with such enthusiasm and simplicity by its host, Brian Cox, that the information you take away from each viewing was much more fun to learn and much easier to apply than it would be if learnt by other methods. The series won't turn you into a genius, but it will help you understnad some of the big questions many have about our lives and the role their play in the wider scope of the universe. Whether it is Brian showing the entrophic nature of our Universe with sand or him explaining how everything must move from an ordered to disordered state through the use of wrecked ships, there is never a dull moment in this series, and you feel neither confused or patronised as Brain talks you through some of the more complex astrological theories. The fact that the scientific world has such a young and enthusiastic person willing to share his knowledge is a real beacon of light in these times where skilled scientists to teach at schools and work in atrological circles are in short supply. One can only hope that this series inspires young people to learn more about the universe they live in, and perhaps become scientists themselves one day. If you have ever looked up to the stars and asked yourself a question about the many mysteries of our universe, then you owe it to yourself to watch this.

This was brought for my daughters birthday. She loves all things to do with space etc. Said was great watching it

Professor Brian Cox returns after helping us explore our Galactic Backyard in 'Wonders of The Solar System' with his new series 'Wonders of The Universe' Complex theories on the evolution of our Universe are explained in an accessible way. Plus state of the art 3D animations add a true sense of depth, leaving the viewer truly 'awe-inspired' at the wonder of our Universe. I would strongly recommend this series to anyone with an enquiring mind who often looks up at the night sky and is filled with sheer wonder and a determination to explore... These series are something the BBC does extremely well

I am an ordinary person and Cox makes the universe understandable to ordinary persons. It is a theoretical subject albeit with very material implications for every one! and the filming i think is very imaginative, making the abstractions, well, more worldly. If you are curious about "life the universe and everything" sit down, discover, and enjoy.