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Sir Derek Jacobi (I, Claudius) is Brother Cadfael, a 12th-century Benedictine monk and former Crusader who uses his worldly knowledge, apothecary skills, and keen intuition to solve crimes. Based on the bestselling novels by Ellis Peters, seen on PBS’s Mystery! in the 1990s, this award-winning series is a fascinating mix of costume drama, Middle Ages spirituality, and classic whodunit.

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Sir Derek Jacobi (I, Claudius) is Brother Cadfael, a 12th-century Benedictine monk and former Crusader who uses his worldly knowledge, apothecary skills, and keen intuition to solve crimes. Based on the bestselling novels by Ellis Peters, seen on PBS’s Mystery! in the 1990s, this award-winning series is a fascinating mix of costume drama, Middle Ages spirituality, and classic whodunit. Set includes all 13 mysteries. Approx. 16 hours 23 min. on 13 DVDs. English subtitles.
"Enchanting"—The Washington Post

"Medieval England comes marvelously alive"—The Washington Post

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SET 1 (Discs 1-4)

One Corpse Too Many
Cadfael is called upon to bury soldiers executed after an army uprising, but he finds an extra dead man among the casualties.

The Sanctuary Sparrow
When a goldsmith is attacked and left for dead, Cadfael strives to prevent mob justice and the death of an innocent man.

The Leper of St. Giles
Cadfael becomes suspicious when a cruel, old baron betrothed to a kind, wealthy orphan disappears on the eve of the wedding.

Monk’s Hood
A prosperous landowner disinherits his stepson and wills his estate to the abbey. When the man is poisoned, Cadfael searches for the reasons behind his generosity.

SET 2 (Discs 5-7)

The Virgin in the Ice
Cadfael revisits his secular past while investigating the death of a young woman found frozen at the bottom of a brook.

The Devil’s Novice
The gruesome death of a cleric causes Cadfael to question the motives of a young man who recently asked to join the abbey.

St. Peter’s Fair
A merchant’s murder casts a pall on the fair festivities, and Cadfael believes something more sinister than tradesman greed is at work.

SET 3 (Discs 8-10)

A Morbid Taste for Bones
Cadfael treks to Wales to gather holy relics for the abbey, but a murder during the journey may make it impossible to return home.

The Raven in the Foregate
When a harsh and unforgiving priest is found dead, Cadfael must decide which parishioner was angry enough to kill.

The Rose Rent
Cadfael investigates a link between the violent death of a young monk and the disappearance of a beautiful widow.

SET 4 (Discs 11-13)

The Pilgrim of Hate
When a body turns up in a leather sack during the annual "Cripples’ Day" pilgrimage, Cadfael uncovers a twisted tale of retribution.

The Potter’s Field
A woman’s skeleton is unearthed in a field recently donated to the abbey, forcing Cadfael to investigate the life of the newest monk in his order.

The Holy Thief
The disappearance of the holy relics of Saint Winifred implicates two visiting monks tasked with obtaining money to rebuild their ransacked monastery.
  • Exclusive audio comments by Derek Jacobi
  • Ellis Peters materials
  • Production scrapbooks
  • Historical background notes
Packaging: Boxed set
Run Time: 16 ¼ hours
Format: Full screen
Number of discs: 13
Language: English
Subtitles: English
Color or B&W: Color
CC: No
SDH: Yes
Region Code: 1
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Rating: NR
"Enchanting"—The Washington Post

"Medieval England comes marvelously alive"—The Washington Post

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5 Stars

from on 12/14/2010 12:00:00 AM wrote:

Very enjoayble viewing along with a good historical perspective

Great buy!

5 Stars

from on 11/10/2010 12:00:00 AM wrote:

Anyone who has read the books will love the movies!

CSI meets Caucer

4 Stars

from on 11/7/2010 12:00:00 AM wrote:

Until you get used to the accents and speaking style, keep rewind button handy. Youndon't want to miss the dialogue.I'm especially intersted in the herbal medicine tie in...

Superb

5 Stars

from on 11/6/2010 12:00:00 AM wrote:

Great mysteries set in medieval Europe. Mysteries with a historical twist.