A Medieval Monk Sells His Soul To Create A Masterpiece

At 165 pounds, and allegedly made from 160 calf skins, the Codex Gigas is the worlds largest medieval manuscript. Filled with exorcism spells and a large image of Satan himself, according to legend, the bible sprang from a doomed monks pact with the devil. Now, Nat Geo follows a team of scientists as hey embark on an unprecedented quest to unravel the secrets behind the books darkened pages and mysterious authorship. Using ultra-violet fluorescence imaging, handwriting analysis and a re-creation of the text, forensic document experts attempt to uncover the cryptic truth behind this ancient Devils Bible.
WITCH HUNTER'S BIBLE
For the first time ever, an international investigation team joins forces to unravel the mysteries of the Malleus Maleficarum, or Hammer of Witches. Written in 1486, this infamous medieval manual changed the way the Western world saw evil. With detailed instructions on how to find, prosecute and punish witches, the Malleus inspired centuries of accusation and bloodshed on both sides of the Atlantic.