John Pielmeier
1) Agnes of God
Author
Description
In this contemporary murder mystery set within the confines of a convent, Agnes is a devout, innocent young nun accused of infanticide. As a psychiatrist (herself a lapsed Catholic) and the Mother Superior struggle over Agnes’ fate, the play plunges into the mystery of faith and the consequence of truth.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (88 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Follows the life of Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, who overcame problems in school and obstacles in life to become a world-renowned neurosurgeon. His lifelong journey led him to become director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, a bestselling author, and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Includes behind-the-scenes, and featurettes.
Pub. Date
2010
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (400 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
In the town of Kingsbridge during the middle of the twelfth century, the lives of those who are working to build the most amazing Gothic cathedral in the world become entwined through their ambitions, loves, and tribulations. At once, this is a sensuous and enduring love story and an epic that shines with the fierce spirit of a passionate age.
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (ca. 389 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Set in England during the 1300s, the series chronicles the lives of ordinary citizens as the King leads the nation into the Hundred Years' War with France, all while Europe is bracing for the Black Death. Caris, a visionary woman, and her lover Merthin build a community that stands up to the Crown and the church.