Shorn Relics: A Trouvaille (1867)

By Adams and Francis

Book Overview

Shorn Relics: A Trouvaille, published in 1867, is a book written by Adams and Francis. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the theme of lost or forgotten relics. The authors explore the idea of how these relics, once important and valuable, have lost their significance over time and have become mere objects of curiosity.The stories in the book are set in different time periods and locations, ranging from ancient Egypt to medieval Europe. Each story is unique and features a different relic, such as a piece of jewelry, a statue, or a manuscript. The authors use vivid descriptions and historical details to bring each relic to life and to show its importance in its original context.The book also explores the human fascination with relics and the lengths that people will go to in order to possess them. The characters in the stories are often driven by greed or a desire for power, and their actions have far-reaching consequences.Overall, Shorn Relics: A Trouvaille is a fascinating collection of stories that offers a glimpse into the past and the role that relics played in shaping history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or the human psyche.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436878462
• ISBN13: 9781436878463
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"