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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of a mischievous jackdaw that finds itself at the center of a grand feast held by the Cardinal Archbishop of Rheims. The jackdawââ â¢s antics, including the theft of the Cardinalââ â¢s precious turquoise ring, lead to a chaotic search and a powerful curse levied against the culprit. However, the story takes a surprising turn when the jackdaw, now feeble and repentant, returns the ring, leading to the Cardinalââ â¢s forgiveness and the jackdawââ â¢s ultimate canonization as a saint. Through its humorous and fantastical narrative, the book explores themes of redemption, divine justice, and the unexpected paths to salvation. The author crafts a vivid portrait of medieval life, revealing the rituals, beliefs, and social hierarchies of the era. The story serves as a charming and thought-provoking meditation on the power of forgiveness and the possibility of finding grace in the most unlikely of places. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333659905_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333659905
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333659905
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)