Secrets of the Dead

In 1610, Galileo challenged the widely-accepted belief that the universe revolved around the earth, resulting in dramatic consequences from the Roman Catholic church.

Join experts as they uncover the truth behind the find of the century: an alleged proof copy of Galileo’s “Sidereus Nuncius."

Historian James Holland and his team attempt to walk 22 miles wearing 60 pounds of equipment just as the Nazi army did in the blitzkrieg sieges of WWII. But can they do it without the aid of amphetamines?

Experts explain how a fake Sidereus Nuncius made its way into infamy on the rare book dealing circuit.

This summer, Secrets of the Dead continues with two new documentaries along with an encore presentation of a fan favorite.