Mon, Mar 23, 1998
For over a year, he held a city hostage to fear. When he was finally caught, the nation was shocked to discover that the "face of terror" was a cherubic postal worker who smiled sweetly for the camera. David Berkowitz claimed the lives of six people in a killing spree that resulted in the largest manhunt in the history of New York. Once apprehended, he confessed to all the crimes and asked the judge to put him away forever so he would not kill again. In this comprehensive portrait, reporters and detectives who worked on the case, the parents of victims, a prosecutor and a former FBI profiler relive the case that galvanized a nation. Psychologists explore the many frustrations and disappointments that led Berkowitz to kill, and in a gripping interview, Berkowitz himself talks about his crimes and jailhouse transformation into the "Son of Hope." Today, he ministers to other prisoners and born-again Christians all over the world in hopes of restoring some meaning to his shattered life. From the dark streets of a shaken city to the jailhouse reformation, BIOGRAPHY examines the "Son of Sam."
Sun, Apr 5, 1998
He was, in turn, a seminary student, a soldier, an alchemist, a violinist, a gambler and a spy. But he is remembered as the world's greatest lover. Casanova's name is synonymous with amorous adventure. His sexual conquests largely known through his extraordinary twelve volume Memoirs are legend, but his life was more than just a series of affairs. Casanova recounts the dramatic story of this 18th century Italian, from his expulsion from seminary school for moral misconduct to the countless political intrigues in which he was involved. Learn of his dramatic escape from a Venetian prison in 1756, and explore his role at the court of Louis XV, where he was a favorite of the French monarch. A lover of truth who resorted to lies, a diplomat who consorted with princes, popes and cardinals, and a con man, swindler, charlatan and spy, the contradictions of an entire age are embodied in the legendary lover known as Casanova.
Fri, Mar 27, 1998
In an age of intrigue and vice, he was a voice of morality and virtue. 2,500 years after his death, he is revered as one of the great teachers in history. Confucius's name is synonymous with ageless wisdom. His teachings are credited with helping spur East Asia's current "economic miracle." Travel to China's troubled feudal era to learn Confucius's dramatic story, from his childhood in poverty and his long road to enlightenment to his years as a celebrated teacher. Leading scholars reveal why his message of "five virtues" was not always accepted by the leaders of the day. And interviews with a direct descendant provide a personal glimpse into Confucius's legend. Explore the life and legacy of Confucius the ancient sage whose timeless message remains influential to this day.
Tue, Sep 29, 1998
Bill Gates at the age of 42 has established himself as one of the titans of American business in the 20th Century. His company Microsoft now controls 95% of the world's operating systems for personal computers which has made Gates the richest man in the world with an estimated personal worth of more than 50 billion dollars.