A court jester building a house of worship to honor a promise would itself make a great story. Every knee shall bow and tongue confess that Jesus is Lord. Thanks for taking me on your journey.
Yes, Charlie! Thank you for highlighting that. That jester's conversion changed the face of London for a millennium and many people's lives for eternity.
This was a delightful time travel experience, and I was intrigued by the court jester's contribution to his community. Our experience with the modern-day plague gives us a small taste of the fear people felt in 1348.
Thank you, Lee! That sense of impending death that we all faced in the first weeks of COVID when no one knew what it was or what was going on -- the memory of that communal fear will be helpful as I write this novel. Interesting that the fear of death drives humans either to faith or away from faith -- then, as well as now, I'm sure. With the centrality of the church in the middle ages, it will be interesting to explore that aspect of medieval life.
Good luck with your project. I think the medieval period is fascinating. It gets a bad rap, but so much was happening then that propelled us toward the Renaissance.
Thank you, Shell! You are kind to ask about it. My first novel isn't published yet -- my proposal is sitting on the desk of an editor as we speak. It's a modern retelling of Jane Eyre that combines the mystery and romance of the story with its clarion call to faith. I'm praying that God uses it in his perfect timing. Here's a bit more about it -- and thank you again for asking! https://katesusong.substack.com/p/my-novel
Ahh I love Jane Eyre so I’m sure to love your retelling. The March book for a book club I’m in is, in fact, Jane Eyre. Since they all know I was a HS Brit Lit teacher, they made me lead the group that day. 🤓
I am so sad I never knew about this place! Will definitely make it a stop on my next trip to London. “£5 is a small price to pay for a trip to the past.” I love that line! That’s how I feel visiting historic places. I’m so excited for your book!
I wanted to ask if you’d been to the Museum of London, which is small, but so full of interesting things…..only to look it up again and discover it has been permanently closed under a very odd and sad set of circumstances.
The Museum of London is my favorite museum! It is extraordinary — and thank goodness they are closed only in order to reopen next year at Smithfield market, which is being turned into an amazing cultural center after being a center of trade for almost 1000 years. I’m so glad to hear you’re a fan!
A court jester building a house of worship to honor a promise would itself make a great story. Every knee shall bow and tongue confess that Jesus is Lord. Thanks for taking me on your journey.
Yes, Charlie! Thank you for highlighting that. That jester's conversion changed the face of London for a millennium and many people's lives for eternity.
I was astounded to think he would have such funds!
Yes! There’s a whole story behind that. He raised the money from the king and his rich courtier connections.
Really enjoyed this, Kate. You might perhaps like this piece of mine. https://open.substack.com/pub/mathewlyons/p/the-poetry-of-steeples?r=210m2m&utm_medium=ios
Thank you, Matthew! I look forward to reading it!
This was a delightful time travel experience, and I was intrigued by the court jester's contribution to his community. Our experience with the modern-day plague gives us a small taste of the fear people felt in 1348.
Thank you, Lee! That sense of impending death that we all faced in the first weeks of COVID when no one knew what it was or what was going on -- the memory of that communal fear will be helpful as I write this novel. Interesting that the fear of death drives humans either to faith or away from faith -- then, as well as now, I'm sure. With the centrality of the church in the middle ages, it will be interesting to explore that aspect of medieval life.
Good luck with your project. I think the medieval period is fascinating. It gets a bad rap, but so much was happening then that propelled us toward the Renaissance.
Love your writing--which reminds me . . .you are working on your second novel. Can you tell me again about your first?
Thank you, Shell! You are kind to ask about it. My first novel isn't published yet -- my proposal is sitting on the desk of an editor as we speak. It's a modern retelling of Jane Eyre that combines the mystery and romance of the story with its clarion call to faith. I'm praying that God uses it in his perfect timing. Here's a bit more about it -- and thank you again for asking! https://katesusong.substack.com/p/my-novel
Ahh I love Jane Eyre so I’m sure to love your retelling. The March book for a book club I’m in is, in fact, Jane Eyre. Since they all know I was a HS Brit Lit teacher, they made me lead the group that day. 🤓
Shell, that's fantastic! Wish I could be there to participate. Have fun!
I will let you know how it goes.
Please do!
I am so sad I never knew about this place! Will definitely make it a stop on my next trip to London. “£5 is a small price to pay for a trip to the past.” I love that line! That’s how I feel visiting historic places. I’m so excited for your book!
Thank you for your encouragement, Ali! I'm so happy it spoke to you.
I wanted to ask if you’d been to the Museum of London, which is small, but so full of interesting things…..only to look it up again and discover it has been permanently closed under a very odd and sad set of circumstances.
The Museum of London is my favorite museum! It is extraordinary — and thank goodness they are closed only in order to reopen next year at Smithfield market, which is being turned into an amazing cultural center after being a center of trade for almost 1000 years. I’m so glad to hear you’re a fan!