The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu
Oct 22, 2020 · 6m
Director
Juliana ConstantinoOverview
On the edge of the vast Sahara desert, citizens snuck out of the city of Timbuktu and took to the wilderness. They buried chests in the desert sand, hid them in caves, and sealed them in secret rooms. Inside these chests was a treasure more valuable than gold: the city’s ancient books. Why were they hiding these priceless manuscripts? Elizabeth Cox digs into the literary tradition of Timbuktu.
Cast of The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu
Crew of The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu
About The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu
What is The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu about?
On the edge of the vast Sahara desert, citizens snuck out of the city of Timbuktu and took to the wilderness. They buried chests in the desert sand, hid them in caves, and sealed them in secret rooms. Inside these chests was a treasure more valuable than gold: the city’s ancient books. Why were they hiding these priceless manuscripts? Elizabeth Cox digs into the literary tradition of Timbuktu.
When was The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu released?
The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu was released on October 22, 2020.
How long is The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu?
The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu runs 6 minutes.
Who directed The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu?
The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu was directed by Juliana Constantino.
Who is in the cast of The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu?
The cast of The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu includes Bethany Cutmore-Scott (Narrator).