Traders of the Lost Scrolls

Synopsis

Fragments of the Dead Sea scrolls still missing are sought after not just by scholars and priests but also by rich collectors and unscrupulous dealers. Professor Jim Charlesworth, director of Princeton University’s Dead Sea Scrolls Project, follows an often risky trail around the world to track down missing bits. Narrated by Ian McShane.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 50 min.

Year of production

1997

Availability

Sale; 1998 sale: £10.99 (inclusive)

Notes

Broadcast on BBC1 2/11/97.

Subjects

Archaeology; Religious studies

Keywords

archaeological investigation; Dead Sea scrolls; Judaism

Credits

Producer

Graham Judd

Contributor

John Drury

Cast

Ian McShane
Jim Charlesworth

Production Company

Name

CTVC

Sponsor

Name

BBC Television

Distributor

Name

CTVC Video

Email

ctvc@ctc.co.uk

Web

http://www.ctvc.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

020 8950 4426

Fax

020 8950 1437

Address

Hillside Studios
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