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The mystery novels of Maureen Jennings are brought to life in these sterling Canadian telefilms that relate the gripping adventures of 19th-century Toronto detective William Murdoch (Peter Outerbridge). Murdoch investigates the murder of a chambermaid, in "Except the Dying"; the apparent suicide of a constable is soon unmasked as a puzzling homicide, in "Poor Tom Is Cold"; and the killing of a midwife offers Murdoch plenty of suspects, in "Under the Dragon's Tail." Flora Montgomery, Matthew MacFadzean, and Colm Meaney co-star. 4 1/2 hrs. total on three discs. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

HISTORY takes a long, detailed look at great ancient empires--including Rome, Greece, and China--in this documentary set, using cutting-edge CGI, location footage, and large-scale re-enactments. Experience heart-pounding thrills of deadly battles between ancient armies. Watch monumental buildings rise.

Since its inception in 1986, the Biennial Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival has spotlighted over 300 established and emerging poets-and attracted an audience of more than 50, 000 avid listeners. This sparkling nine-part series featuring popular television journalist Bill Moyers is a dual celebration of poetry, emphasizing both the power of its highly refined language and its importance as a spoken art form.

Three U.S. Marines slog their way through battle after dramatic battle on Pacific islands during World War II in this epic miniseries. From their first clash with the Japanese on Guadalcanal to the final battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, the trio--Robert Leckie, John Basilone, and Eugene Sledge--face daunting physical and psychological challenges, always determined to survive the guns of a relentless enemy in a gritty, realistic drama.

A 6-disc tribute to the late Danish entertainer Victor Borge, who dazzled audiences for most of the 20th century, will provide hours of viewing pleasure. Famous for his onstage banter, comedy skits, and piano artistry, Borge stars here in such films as The Early Years and Birthday Gala, plus Victor Borge: Hans Christian Andersen and Victor Borge: Comedy & Music. The presentation of Victor Borge: Then & Now completes the Smorgesborge set.