The action of Murder in the Cathedral occurs in and around Canterbury Cathedral;
Part One takes place on December 2, 1170, the day that Archbishop Thomas Becket returned to England and twenty-seven days before his murder by four knights of King Henry II. When the play begins, a Chorus comprised of the Women of Canterbury huddle outside the cathedral, certain that something is about to happen but unable to articulate any details: “Some presage of an act / Which our eyes are compelled to witness, has forced our feet / Towards the cathedral.
The iconic Roman Baths, medieval Abbey, exquisite Georgian architecture and the luxurious Thermae Spa: no vacation in the UK is complete without a visit to Bath. Great Breaks Bath is a collection of 10 illuminating walks and tours in and around this elegant city, guiding you through the museums, gardens and architectural gems of Bath. Plus there are excursions further afield to the dynamic city of Bristol, Wells Cathedral, and the ancient site of Stonehenge – all accompanied by vivid full-color photographs, clear maps, and plenty of recommendations for where to eat and drink.
Mouse wants a real home. When he happens into a vast, wondrous cathedral, he enjoys exploring it. Then the artistry of a special friend creates the perfect place for Mouse to call home.
Architecture of France (Reference Guides to National Architecture)
Covering all regions of France, from Avignon's Palace of the Popes to Versailles' Petit Trianon, and all periods of French architecture, from the Roman theater at Orange to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, this volume examines more than 60 of France's most important architectural landmarks. Writing in a clear and engaging style, David Hanser, professor of architecture at Oklahoma State University, describes the features, functions, and historical importance of each structure.
St Patrick's Day, New York City. Everyone is celebrating but everyone is in for the shock of his life. Born into the heat and hatred of the Northern Ireland conflict, IRA man Brian Flynn has masterminded a brilliant terrorist act - the seizure of Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Among his hostages: the woman Brian Flynn once loved, a former terrorist turned peace activist.
