Product Description: The story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table has a fascination which is universal. But the story is not only popular, it is controversial. Historians take diametrically opposed views on its central fi gure, King Arthur, for the written sources are few and diffi cult to interpret with certainty...read more

Product Description: Jocelin, bishop of Wells is an iconic figure in his native city; but his career as courtier and statesman moved far beyond the west country. From a family network which had produced bishops over several generations, he played a major role in a developing diocese and mother church, and in the growth of towns, fairs and markets in early eleventh-century Somerset...read more

Product Description: This book is a visual celebration of the atmosphere and architectural beauties of one of England's finest cathedrals. Large specially commissioned photographs intersperse short essays about the Cathedral's history and daily life. A large, handsome format and stunning colour photography make this an irresistible memento for worshippers, visitors and enthusiasts of church architecture, history and design...read more