Holy Land

In the Holy Land today, dozens of specialized archaeologists and their teams sift through the sands of history. Their quest: to unlock the mysteries of vanished civilizations and their peoples. What are the origins of the special discipline known as Biblical archaeology? What light has the science shed on the Scriptures? And what enthralling secrets have they discovered?Journey through the portals of time with some of the greatest archaeologists in history, from the eccentric Sir William Flinders Petrie who willed that his head be removed and preserved after death to the husband-and-wife team of Eric and Carol Meyers. Join them as they risk everything in the search for crucial clues. And take a look at the high-tech tools that could someday help their colleagues answer civilization's enduring questions