Gabriel and the Hour Book by Evaleen Stein
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Stein, Evaleen, 1863-1923
English
"Gabriel and the Hour Book" by Evaleen Stein is a historical children's novel written in the early 20th century. Set in Normandy during the late medieval period, the story revolves around a peasant boy named Gabriel Viaud, who works as a color-grinder at St. Martin's Abbey. The narrative explores themes of art, creativity, and social class, as Gabr...
of a beautiful illuminated prayer book. The opening portion of the novel introduces Gabriel as he joyfully makes his daily trek to the Abbey, where he assists the monks in their artistic endeavors. We learn about Brother Stephen, an artist who feels trapped by the rules of monastic life and longs for freedom to pursue his creative passions. As Gabriel immerses himself in the world of painting and illumination, he discovers the challenges the brothers face, including the artistic pressures tied to an important commission for the king. This part sets the stage for Gabriel's eventual involvement in larger conflicts influenced by the socio-political dynamics of his time, hinting at themes of hope, creativity, and the quest for human dignity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Barbara Lewis
4 months agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. This left a lasting impression on me.
Lucas Jones
3 weeks agoI was genuinely impressed since the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I’d rate this higher if I could.
Richard Harris
3 months agoI didn't expect much, but the content remains relevant throughout without filler. I appreciate the effort put into this.
Betty Smith
1 month agoWithout a doubt, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. An impressive piece of work.
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Noah Miller
2 months agoAfter years of reading similar books, the material feels polished and professionally edited. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.