Wonders of the Sun with Dara O'Briain

Comedian Dara O’Briain explores Earth’s vital relationship with the Sun, the star at the center of our solar system. He looks into stories and legends, such as our Sun-worshiping ancestors and ancient monuments like Stonehenge. In this intriguing documentary, he investigates the science behind how the Sun was formed, watches a solar eclipse and reveals where its ferocious power originates.
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