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While Arthur was in York taking counsel, the Roman ambassadors were hustling out of England, in fear of their lives. Arthur refused the demand for taxes they conveyed and lashed out at them: And I shall gyff you seven dayes … Continue reading
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Immersed as I am in Malory’s Roman War account, it suggests a context for reflection on the tenth anniversary of 9/11. Stepping aside from the current moment in this literary itinerary to Rome, I think ahead to the end of … Continue reading
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As I ride the early morning fast-speed train from London to York, the two hours on the train give rise, once again, to the question as to why Arthur left Winchester for the long trek north to York to hold … Continue reading
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Once the Roman ambassadors issue Lucius’ demand for “truage”in the great hall of Winchester, Arthur becomes enraged. After quickly conferring with his knights, he sends the Emperour’s emissaries packing. But first the young king recounts how he has read the … Continue reading
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High above the city, under a sky threatening rain and lightening, St. Giles Hill in Winchester affords sweeping views of the townscape and landscape. Under my feet, an ancient roman stronghold. An elderly man, a World War II veteran that … Continue reading
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The intent of the manicula inscription on the Cathedral wall (see previous post) was to keep any noisy chatter away from those within the Cathedral who had a more serious, prayerful intent. The inscription called to mind an incident when … Continue reading
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Of Cathedral and College The magnificent Winchester Cathedral is the centerpiece of the city, but an aspect of the beautiful cathedral that drew my attention in particular was the pointing hands carved onto an exterior wall in 1633. I had … Continue reading
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I came to Winchester by train on a cool July morning in a season that had not yet decided to be summer. After a wonderful week of lectures on the History of Cartography with Catherine Delano-Smith, and rich sessions in … Continue reading
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A contemporary journey following the fictional itinerary of King Arthur from England to Rome. Click on the first post in May (see right-hand sidebar) and then follow the posts up to the present.
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