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The Zeal of thy House
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Set against the backdrop of the 1174 fire and the rebuilding of Canterbury Cathedral, the story follows architect William of Sens, whose pride in his work leads to a tragic fall. Surrounded by influential archangels, William's journey from arrogance to repentance highlights the consequences of carelessness among the monks. His suffering ultimately leads him to renounce his role in the cathedral's completion, emphasizing themes of humility and divine grace. This edition includes an English translation of the Latin texts featured in the play.
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The Zeal of thy House, Dorothy L. Sayers, Ann Loades
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- The Zeal of thy House
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Dorothy L. Sayers, Ann Loades
- Publisher
- Wipf and Stock
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 136
- ISBN13
- 9781610970235
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the 1174 fire and the rebuilding of Canterbury Cathedral, the story follows architect William of Sens, whose pride in his work leads to a tragic fall. Surrounded by influential archangels, William's journey from arrogance to repentance highlights the consequences of carelessness among the monks. His suffering ultimately leads him to renounce his role in the cathedral's completion, emphasizing themes of humility and divine grace. This edition includes an English translation of the Latin texts featured in the play.