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Ancient Civilizations Uncovered Series
While civilization covers the entire globe today, there was a time when it rose as isolated islets in a vast sea of barbarism. That is why the few cultures that were able to accomplish this feat have been the objects of scholarly scrutiny for generations. In Ancient Civilizations Uncovered we explore five ancient civilizations Read More...



Babylon Unveiled Series
We visit the ruins of Babylon in Iraq for the first time since the Iraq War in order to see the size and scope of this ancient marvel. Based on precise archeological data, the city’s legendary characters and buildings are brought to life using the latest in 3D motion capture technology. Through insights from the wor Read More...



Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers
Also Available in French. "The most honest, historically accurate, and balanced treatment of the past and contemporary history of Muslim-Jewish relations I have ever seen." Dr. Mark R. Cohen, Professor of Near Easter Read More...



Living With Walls
- Fears, hopes and blues of citizens forced to live with walls of separation - Since the beginning of time and the occurrence of human endeavor, walls have been built to protect from unwanted invasions. But Belfast (Northern Ireland), Nicosia (Cyprus) and Bethlehem (Palestine) are three cities divided even today by Read More...



Martin Buber: Itinerary Of A Humanist
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online After Freud and Einstein, Martin Buber (1878-1965) was one of the best-known Jews of the 20th century. The emergence of Zionism, Nazism and the creation of the state of Israel were all major influences on the philosopher. He wrote extensively on the question of respect among Read More...



Muhammad: Five Centuries Of History Series
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online The genesis of Islam, the life of the Prophet, the holy book of the Quran, the Sunna, the Hadiths, the emergence of Muslim law and exegesis are all examined in Muhammad; as well as Arabs, their language and civilization. This series is broken down into five episodes to h Read More...



Olive Route Collection: Shaping The Mediterranean
This collection of documentaries explores the indelible mark the olive tree, a symbol of life and spirit of peace, has left on the Mediterranean region for thousands of years. The Olive Route collection, rich in detail and colorful in scope, is not simply a geographical path, but a bridge connecting people, culture, trade, and s Read More...



Ottoman Empire & Christian Europe, The: A Clash of Civilizations
In the 16th century the area around the Mediterranean Sea was the central arena for a power struggle between Christian Europe and the Muslim Ottoman Empire. It was a conflict for power and wealth, and cultural and religious supremacy, that would last nearly three centuries, the outcome which resonates to this very day. With guid Read More...



Political Assassination: History Forever Changed Series
Political assassinations have forever changed the course of world history. This collection of acclaimed documentaries looks at twenty of the best known assassinations and provides little know facts and insight to help better understand the geo-political situations that led to their untimely deaths. Witness interviews, re-enactme Read More...



Political Assassination: Middle Eastern Studies Collection
Political assassinations have long changed the course of world history. This collection of acclaimed documentaries looks at the best known assassinations in the region and provides little know facts and insight to help better understand the geo-political situations that led to their untimely deaths. Witness interviews, re-enactm Read More...



Sand Tales
Sand drawing is an artistic and ritual tradition and practice, recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Through the incredible artistic technique of sand drawing, Sand Tales brings to life these world-famous fairy tales. Each episode is a new story with new adventures of our favorite Read More...



Shimon Peres: In My Words
A film by Samuel Lajus and Christiane Vulvert The story of a little Jewish boy who emigrated to Palestine in 1934 is a magnificent tale in and of itself. But then came his meetings with Ben Gurion, Sadat, Kennedy, Arafat, Bill Clinton…This 2-part documentary, filmed over a period of two years with Peres in Tel Aviv, is an Read More...



Syria: Children At War
Highly Recommended: Video Librarian Recommended: Booklist For more than seven years now, the civil war that opposes the rebel armies against the armed forces of Syrian president Assad has caused over 200,000 victims. The first victims of this thug are civilians, including children. Through this documentary, we follow Read More...



Timelines Of Ancient Civilizations Series
Recommended: Booklist, School Library Journal Using an easy to follow progressive timeline from early beginning to more modern day, students will follow the emerging development and ultimate sophistication of these most notable civilizations. Broken down into sub-chapters of information, each DVD program covers the most importan Read More...



Walls Of The World: Security, Division & Unity
Recommended: Video Librarian, Educational Media Reviews Online Narrated by the 2018 Emmy® Award-winning actor Matthew Rhys, this compelling series explores six of the world’s most iconic walls and borders. From the crumbling ruins of ancient walls to brick barriers that are currently under constructi Read More...