Join host Greg Jenner and travel back over 2,000 years to meet the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huangdi. Learn all about the discovery of his world famous Terracotta Army, the fierce lengths he went to in order to unify China and why he was so fixated on discovering the secret to eternal life. 

Presented by Greg Jenner 
Produced by Abi Paterson 
Script by Gabby Hutchinson Crouch and Emma Nagouse 
Historical consultant: Dr Leon Rocha

A Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4

The First Emperor of China

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Fun history lessons for all the family, presented by Horrible Histories' Greg Jenner. Full of facts and jokes, the series brings to life a broad range of historical topics, many linked to the school curriculum. Homeschool Histories is made by the producers of the much-loved Radio 4 podcast You're Dead To Me.

The First Emperor of China

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