The young Tommaso dei Maffei is forced to leave his native Volterra after its destruction by the forces of his idol, Lorenzo de'Medici, the ruler of Florence. So he is taken to Florence and apprenticed as a scribe, during a time of political and social upheaval, and an imminent uprising.

A Tabernacle for the Sun

Literature & Fiction

Proud, Linda

Genre Fiction

Allison Busby

The story of the Christian faith in England from St Alban - the first martyr - to the present day. It is a tale of rebellions, persecutions, reform and dissent, and includes among others Cuthbert, Bede, Becket, Wesley and Bunyan.

2000 Years - Christianity in England (Pitkin Guides)

Jarrold Publishing

What is it that makes England English? What are the quintessentially English qualities? The author makes no claim to have discovered the definitive answer, but suggests that, "like a golden thread that is only visible when the sun shines on it, that which is most precious to the English is that which is commonly taken for granted". This book invites a reappraisal. The book suggests that qualities which have been very dear to the English over the ages, even though they have been covered over from time to time, are freedom, justice and truth. These qualities have found their expression in the development of the language, with its innate rhythms and simple structures, embodied in a literary tradition of extraordinary variety and richness. They are evident in the tenets of the Common Law and the unwritten constitution of a free nation. They may be traced through a spiritual heritage distinct from dogma and sectarian bigotry. There is also a reminder of the part man has played in shaping the beauty of the countryside, a landscape that reflects the English character. At a time of bewildering change in the affairs of the world and the nation, this book gives readers an opportunity to reflect on those things which could be endangered by neglect and ignorance. The text is accompanied by 90 of Valerie Petts's paintings in that most English of art media, the watercolour. Together, word and picture celebrate the beauty and character of both rural and urban England, and invite readers to consider the English nation anew.

Consider England

Shepheard-Walwyn

A Tabernacle for the Sun: A Novel Set in Florence in the Time of Lorenzo De' Medici 1472-1478

The Godstow Press

Togidubnus, son of King Verica of the Atrebates, has been living in Rome for ten years. During a visit to the Oracle at Delphi, he is given a divine injunction to return to barbaric Britain. He wants to stay in Rome with his host, the scholarly Claudius, and his teacher, the philosopher Seneca. But events conspire with the gods: Claudius becomes emperor, Seneca is thrown into exiles and King Verica arrives in Rome to beg help in regaining lands lost to the warlord Caratacus.Claudius sends Togidubnus home in advance of the Roman army to persuade the Britons not to resist or else face a bloodbath. Why should they resist? After all, the Roman way of life is better. Isn’t it?

Chariot of the Soul

Designing with Photographs is the first book to explore skills from the most fundamental level - analysing how we look at pictures to understand the powerful visual language of photographic images. The book is aimed at designers working within a wide range of disciplines - from magazines, newspapers, books and brochures to packaging, advertising and design for the screen. It covers key aspects of a designer's work with photographs, using the complete spectrum of images - from the primarily descriptive to the highly-evocative shot.

Designing With Photographs

Arts & Photography

Bonnici, Peter

History & Criticism

Rotovision

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