Excerpt from Ashtaroth: A Dramatic Lyric
I fear I shall sleep too long. Orion If you do It matters not much; the sky Is cloudy, the stars will be faint and few Now, list to my lullaby.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book transports the reader to a medieval world where the clash of faith, passion, and ambition play out amidst a backdrop of rich historical detail. The author weaves a compelling narrative through the experiences of Hugo, a Norman baron and scholar consumed by the pursuit of knowledge. Hugoââ â¢s quest for understanding takes him on a journey through treacherous landscapes, both physical and emotional, where he encounters a cast of compelling characters ââ â from the fiery and unpredictable Agatha to the enigmatic Orion, whose wisdom challenges the heroââ â¢s very understanding of the world. The story unfolds against a tapestry of medieval beliefs and practices, exploring themes of religious devotion, courtly love, and the allure of the forbidden. The author probes the limitations of human knowledge, questioning whether true understanding can be achieved through reason alone, or whether it lies within the realm of the supernatural and the divine. The tale delves into the seductive power of forbidden knowledge, with Hugoââ â¢s pursuit of wisdom taking him to the very fringes of acceptable human experience, where he encounters the dark forces that lurk beyond the veil of reality. The book's powerful exploration of the human condition, set against the rich backdrop of medieval history and culture, will captivate readers with its insights into the timeless struggles of ambition, desire, and the search for meaning in a complex and often bewildering world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333361525_0
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