There is so much in our world which cannot be explained. The unexplained fascinates us. It frightens us. The flames of our worst fears are fanned by the authors and film-makers who confront us with their version of the darker side. The Supernatural - in History and in Legend is an informative and entertaining look at the myths and realities of the metaphysical world. Featuring a unique blend of reconstructions and re-enactments, dramatized eye-witness accounts, feature film footage, period imagery and expert analyses, the series explores the history of the witch, the vampire and Nostradamus. There is nothing to fear but your imagination.... NOSTRADAMUS: The prophecies of Michel de Nostradame have provoked controversy for more than four hundred years. This is the story of his extraordinary life and an exploration of the predictions which, incredibly, appear to have come true. This program combines specially-commissioned dramatized episodes from the life of Nostradamus and classic period images to provide a fascinating, portrait of the man and his work. It also features commentary and analysis by author and historian Dr. Les Prince of the University of Birmingham. WITCHCRAFT: This is the story of witchcraft throughout the ages. Feared, vilified, tortured and burnt, the witch played a central role in religious ceremonies all over the world; but sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction. Featuring special reconstructions and re-enactments, plus spectacular feature film footage, this is the story of witchcraft throughout the ages.VAMPIRES: Fixed into the popular imagination by Bram Stoker’s classic Dracula, the fascination for the world of the undead remains as strong as ever. Featuring specially-commissioned dramatized extracts from the book, this program tells the story of the vampire in legend, fiction and, horrifyingly, in real life.