What is David Attenborough doing in Africa?

David Attenborough takes us on an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most diverse places in the world. We visit deserts, savannas, and jungles and meet up with some of Africa’s amazing wildlife. as Self – Narrator … as Self – Assistant Producer … Africa, the world’s wildest continent.

Does Attenborough actually narrate the nature series?

It’s important to note that Attenborough is not just narrating, but he writes his excellent verbal sections himself. Also, as with other BBC nature series, each of the 6 sections is accompanied by a mini ‘making of’ documentary, which are often as fascinating and compelling as the main program.

What books has David Attenborough written?

His autobiography, Life on Air, was published in 2002, revised in 2009 and is one of a number of his works which is available as a self-narrated audiobook. Attenborough has also contributed forewords and introductions to many other works, notably those accompanying Planet Earth, Frozen Planet, Africa and other BBC series he has narrated.

Who is David Attenborough’s brother?

In 2002 he was named among the 100 Greatest Britons following a UK-wide poll for the BBC. He is the younger brother of the director, producer and actor Richard Attenborough, and older brother of the motor executive John Attenborough.

What is the Africa series All About?

Sir David Attenborough introduces the Africa series, which takes viewers to unseen places and reveals new sides to the continent we thought we knew.

How long does it take to make a documentary about Africa?

Production of the series took four years to finish with the main filming period lasting around two and a half years. Terrific 6 hour documentary mini-series on the land and (mostly) animals of Africa’s various geographic regions; from the ocean waters off the Cape of Good Hope, to the stunning, endless Sahara desert.