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Under construction<br /><br /><p><strong>Kings Clipstone, UK - King John's Palace</strong></p>
King John’s Palace is located in Kings Clipstone in the county of Nottingham in the United Kingdom. Six successive Plantagenet kings from Henry II to Edward II used and visited it. As with any other architectural structure, it was built up, neglected, added on to, and burned at regular intervals throughout its history. In the book <em>A Palace for Our Kings: The History and Archaeology of a Medieval Royal Palace in the Heart of Sherwood Forest</em> by James Wright, he cites the Oxford English Dictionary to define a palace as “a large and impressive building forming the official residence of a ruler, pope, archbishop, etc.,” which is what he calls a “pleasingly malleable definition” (5). Later, he provides what is perhaps a more inclusive and useful description: “Palaces were used in remarkably elastic fashion by the monarchs. Their purposes varied according to a wide variety of circumstances not just from king to king but even within individual reigns. The personal preferences of a king might lead to a combination of reasons to visit a particular palace which may have involved sport, recreation, councils, parliaments, building campaigns, impressing magnates and dignitaries, retreating from plague, or as a resting point on a longer journey” (17). The Palace at Clipstone was one of the more impressive and maintained residences over the course of several reigns. The scale of Clipstone “lifts it to an entirely different level [than manor houses]” as it “stretched to seven and a half acres of enclosed land” (6). <br /><br />There are as always several dates involved when considering the multi-century history of a location like Clipstone. I found it useful to mark when kings first visited the site (chart below). Although a manor had been there prior to the Norman invasion and there is evidence of repairs and construction on the site, Henry II in 1181 is considered the first documented royal visitor to “his palace and deer park” (Wright 27). It is interesting that he visited Clipstone after the wars with his sons, wife Eleanor of Aquitaine, and other political leaders that they recruited. When he won, he set about essentially strengthening his hold over castles and forests, including Sherwood. Richard I first visited Clipstone immediately after he returned from his imprisonment. I like to imagine this as a much-needed respite before setting about punishing John and the other rebels. Wrights claims that it was to make sure Clipstone was in order for a later meeting with the Scottish king William the Lion (39). Citing Roger de Hoveden, Wright comments that Richard traveled to Clipstone and Sherwood, “which he had never seen before, and they pleased him greatly” (39). John seems only to have been at the palace, at least according to any remaining official records, nine days in total over seven visits (41), but he was in the area quite frequently so there could be many unrecorded visits as well. Henry III is the one who really took an interest in the architectural design of the Palace and ordered quite a bit of construction, particularly in response to the comfort of his queen Eleanor. Edward I held parliament at Clipstone in 1290, where he announced the plans for another Crusade (68). Edward II differed greatly than his predecessors in that he spent more time at each of the locations he visited, including Clipstone. This is probably due to the changing nature of centralized government and the perceived security of the times.<br /><p>A major fourteenth-century Middle English text, <i>Sir Gawain and the Green Knight</i>, includes several scenes of medieval hunting, but what is less clear until you understand the setting is that the author is actually describing a medieval hunting park. A medieval park was a place dedicated to entertainment, but it was not a well-defended location. The deer and the other animals essentially belonged to its owner, and he had ultimate control and operated under a different set of laws than in an alternative location.</p>
<p><strong>East Haddam, CT - Gillette Castle<br /></strong></p>
<p><em>Photo forthcoming</em></p>
Bibliography
<p>Wright, James. <i>A Palace for Our Kings: The History and Archaeology of a Mediaeval Royal </i><i>Palace in the Heart of Sherwood Forest</i>. Nottingham: Triskele, 2016. </p>
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Kisha G. Tracy
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Kisha G. Tracy
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Verona, Italy - Verona Arena; Clinton, MA - Fuller Field (Entry in Progress)
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<strong>Normandy, France - Le Mont-Saint-Michel</strong><br />Under construction<br /><br /><strong>Block Island, RI<br /></strong>
<p>Block Island, Rhode Island, is a popular tourist attraction especially during the summer. Thousands of years ago, this historic city was first discovered by the Narragansett Indians who called the island “Manisses” which translates to “Island of the Little God." In 1614, the Dutch explorer named Adrian Block sailed to the island and named it Block Island. During the year of 1661 the island was finally settled. It’s a typical vacation location; the island is full of ways to explore. Family activities, museums, beaches, boating, fishing, shopping, nightlife, and even weddings are possible activities that you can do while staying on the island. If you are a big nature lover than you definitely would want to explore the island because there are many walking trails and beaches. You could even enjoy a beautiful view on the lighthouse that was built on Sandy Point in 1829. There are several lodging locations so you can actually stay and enjoy your time there. In 1854, the oldest hotel was built, which as the Spring House Hotel, and it is currently still open to the public. Regardless of what time of year you visit, there are plenty of events going on around the island. Spring and Summer are typically the more busier seasons of the island but some say that Fall and Winter seasons provide visitors with a quiet and gorgeous view. Traveling to this destination is convenient because you have the option of taking a ferry boat or a plane, so there is no excuse why you cannot visit the beautiful island!</p>
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Kisha G. Tracy
Bibliography
<p>“History.” <i>Block Island, </i><a href="http://www.blockisland.com/center/history/11912">www.blockisland.com/center/history/11912</a>.<br /><br />inspire, llc CC. “History.” <i>Block Island Tourism Council, </i><a href="http://www.blockislandinfo.com/island-information/history">www.blockislandinfo.com/island-information/history</a>.</p>
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<p>“The Top 10 Things to Do in Block Island 2017 - Must See Attractions in Block Island, RI.” <i>TripAdvisor, </i><a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g54061-Activities-Block_Island_Rhode_Island.html">www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g54061-Activities-Block_Island_Rhode_Island.html</a>. </p>
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India Andrews, Student, Fitchburg State University
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<strong>Hereford, UK - Hereford Cathedral and Chained Library<br /><br /></strong>The County of Herefordshire is home to the historic cathedral city of Hereford. Hereford Cathedral has been an important landmark since it was founded in 696CE. In 794CE. King Ethelbert was murdered, and they scattered his remains in the church. The church was dedicated to this man and was blessed by the Virgin Mary because he was a saint. The cathedral was rebuilt around 1020-1040CE. but was destroyed later in 1055 by a Welsh army. Nearly everything was destroyed, and it was rebuilt over sixty years later in a Norman or Romanesque style of architecture. The cathedral was built by the Normans as a place of worship for the community. Two popular displays at the cathedral are the Mappa Mundi and the Chained Library. The Mappa Mundi is the only completed world map created by Richard of Holdingham. It was created around 1300CE. and it was drawn on a sheet of calf skin. The map was used during the medieval period, and now it is one of the most important attractions at the Hereford Cathedral. The Chained Library is a unique exhibit. During the Middle Ages, many libraries used to chain their books as a form of security for the library. Each book has a chain attached at the bottom of the front cover then attached to a rod that runs along the bottom of the shelf. The chains allow for books to be taken from the shelf but not removed from the bookcase. Many repairs were made to the Hereford Cathedral because of all the drama between royal families. The beautiful tourist attraction is still receiving many visitors to this day. <br /><br /><strong>Clinton, MA - The Bigelow Free Public Library (Photo forthcoming)<br /><br /></strong>The Bigelow Free Public Library is an important part of the community in Clinton, Massachusetts. It was originally a subscription library founded by a group of gentlemen interested in building a “school of scientific instruction ” with a reading room. The subscription library was part of a wave of mechanics’ institutes that crossed the nation, originating in Britain in the early 19th century and showing up in America soon after. The importance of learning and knowledge provided by reading rooms was fundamental to growth of colleges and universities. Many mechanics’ institutes ended up as university libraries and public libraries in the United States. The original location for the Bigelow Library was the building that currently houses the Russian Museum of Icons located in Clinton, and it remained there until 1873 when the library was donated to the newly incorporated town of Clinton by the Bigelow brothers. For a while the library was scattered amongst many locations until in 1903 it was moved to a new building constructed on land donated by Dr. Samuel A. Morse. The library holds significance as a learning center to this day.
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Kisha G. Tracy
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India Andrews
Bob Williams
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India Andrews, Student, Fitchburg State University
Bob Williams, Student, Fitchburg State University
Bibliography
<p><span>Bigelow Free Public Library. <em><span>WordPress</span></em>. 2017, <a href="http://bigelowlibrary.org/about/library-history/">http://bigelowlibrary.org/about/library-history/</a>. <br /><br /> “Chained Library.” </span><i>Hereford Cathedral, </i><a href="http://www.herefordcathedral.org/chained-library" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"><span>www.herefordcathedral.org/chained-library</span></a><span>.<br /><br /> Ford, Andrew E. <em><span>History of the Origin of the Town Clinton Massachusetts 1653-1865</span></em>. Historic Buildings of Massachusetts. <em><span>WordPress</span></em>. 2017, <a href="http://mass.historicbuildingsct.com/?p=6999">http://mass.historicbuildingsct.com/?p=6999</a>.</span></p>
<p><span></span>“Hereford Cathedral.” <i>Hereford Cathedral </i>/ <i>Cathedral / Hereford / Hefordshire, </i><a href="http://www.visitherefordshire.co.uk/explore/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=1401488&feature=1&pn=cathedral&pvieflag=V&townid=609&miles=8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">www.visitherefordshire.co.uk/explore/thedms.aspx?dms=3&venue=1401488&feature=1&pn=cathedral&pvieflag=V&townid=609&miles=8</a>. </p>
<p><span><span>“Mappa Mundi.” </span><i><span>Hereford Cathedral, </span></i><a href="http://www.herefordcathedral.org/mappa-mundi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"><span>www.herefordcathedral.org/mappa-mundi</span></a><span>.<br /><br /> "Mechanics' Institutes." <em><span>Dictionary of American History</span></em>. Encyclopedia.com. 2016, <a href="http://www.encyclopedia.com/history/modern-europe/british-and-irish-history/mechanics-institutes">http://www.encyclopedia.com/history/modern-europe/british-and-irish-history/mechanics-institutes</a>.</span></span></p>
<p><span>"Our history.” </span><i>Hereford Cathedral, </i><span>9 Dec. 2016, </span><a href="http://www.herefordcathedral.org/our-history" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"><span>www.herefordcathedral.org/our-history</span></a><span>.<br /><br /></span>Strange, Dominic. <i>The Misericords and History of Hereford Cathedral, </i><span>7 Feb. 2015, </span><a href="http://www.misericords.co.uk/hereford.html#History" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"><span>www.misericords.co.uk/hereford.html#History</span></a><span>.</span></p>
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<strong>London, UK - Tower of London<br /><br /></strong>The Tower of London was originally started in the eleventh century. Its signature white tower was built by William the Conqueror. It has had a long and storied history, serving as a symbol of power, a jail, a point of execution, a castle, and safe for the Crown jewels, among other duties. <br /><strong><br />Orlando, FL - Gatorland<br /><br /></strong>Gatorland was founded in 1949 and considers itself the "Alligator Capital of the World." It provides visitors with up close experiences with alligators, crocodiles, reptiles, birds, and other animals. In particular, it takes in alligators that would otherwise be killed by trappers. <br /><br /><strong></strong><strong>Connection<br /></strong><br />The Tower of London, among its other roles, also served as the Royal Menagerie. This started at least around 1235 when <span>Holy Roman Emperor </span>Frederick II presented Henry III with three leopards. In that same century, the Tower was home to a polar bear and an elephant and then, later, a lion, a lynx, and many other animals. It continued in this capacity until 1830.<br /><br />The image above is from an exhibition on the Menagerie at the Tower of London in 2012.
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Community Artifacts
Workshops
Workshop Group
Boys and Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster
Facilitators
Kisha Tracy<br />Ivy Benoit<br />Aaron Canterbury<br />Alex Dewhurst
Date of Workshop
11/1/17
Definitions of Cultural Heritage
<div>"Cultural heritage is all about where people come from." - Janiel O. </div>
<div>"Cultural heritage is the backbone to a culture, such as how the food is made or how holidays are celebrated." - Jakob S.</div>
<div>"I define cultural heritage as not just a heritage but a home in a family generation that is passed on." - Carlos S.</div>
<div>"Cultural heritage is the way you would express who you are, such as traditions, etc." - Robsayda</div>
<div>"Cultural heritage is traditions that influence your culture." - Alydia</div>
<div>"Cultural heritage is what identifies a country/culture and the resources that come along with it." - Jelizabeth A. </div>
Cultural Heritage Playing Cards Creators
Ariana G.<br />Carlos S. <br />Dageline<br />Jaeda<br />Jakob S. <br />Janiel O.<br />Jelizabeth A.
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Connecting the Medieval to New England
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Forest Hill Cemetery, found in the city of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is recognizable by its rolling green hills, large number of head stones and burial sites, and wide open landscape. It was first established in 1856 and was designed by the architect Amasa Farrier. It is also well-known for its prominence of military members who are buried on the site as well as various ethnicities including French, English, Irish, German, Greek, Hispanic, and more. Mt. Elam Road, the road where the cemetery resides, also has significant historical value for the city. According to the Fitchburg Reconnaissance Report this road was first built in order to be a "designated scenic road" and also connects to downtown Fitchburg as well as Route 2. The geology of the city also plays an important role to Forest Hill Cemetery. Perhaps the most striking aspect of these burial grounds is the rise and fall of the hills on the property. The Fitchburg Reconnaissance Report says that, during the ice age, ice settled in the area and helped to create the "bowl shaped area" as well as the steep hills found in the city and in the cemetery. It is likely that these hills were an inspiration for the name of the cemetery. The largest cemetery in Fitchburg, it currently has approximately 60,000 grave sites, and there are currently plans to expand the site over the next 5-7 years according to the <em>Sentinel and Enterprise</em> newspaper. While this cemetery is certainly unique in its own ways, it still represents the traditional values of American burial practices. These values are noticeably different in other cultures, specifically the Old Norse burial practices of the Middle Ages. <br /><br />The Nordic burial mounds found in Jelling, Denmark are a striking example of the differences between the pagan burial rituals of the Norse and the modern American rituals. These two nearly identical mounds are about 70 meters in diameter and 11 meters high. These mounds would be built over the graves of prevalent members of the Norse community and are intricately layered to ensure they would last for centuries. A later addition to the mounds, a runic stone erected by Harald Bluetooth, represents the shift from a pagan society to a Christian one in later years. This site also once contained the first Christian church built in Jelling. This site offers an ideal illustration for the sudden shift in religious ideas and customs for the Norse people. Changing burial practices and other customs are also something that can be seen in the Icelandic sagas. <br /><br />The Icelandic sagas, the lore and founding literature of these people, contains scenes of burial procedures and how these procedures were affected by the shift from paganism to Christianity. This is specifically apparent in <em>Erik the Red's Saga</em>. In chapter 6 of this saga, we see Thorstein who, along with many of his fellow villagers, has succumbed to sickness. He returns from the dead to tell Gurdid, a female villager, that he wishes to be buried with the new Christian rituals. He says to her from beyond the grave, "These [pagan] practices will not do… I want to have my corpse taken to a church" (664). Only after Thorstein and his fellow villagers have been buried in consecrated grounds do their spirits finally rest. This scene represents the shift in religious views as well as burial rituals, something that was important to the Norse people as well as the people of the United States. While there are certainly differences between the customary rituals of medieval Norse culture and modern-day American culture, the value of finding appropriate places to bury our dead remains constant in these societies. This can be seen at the Forest Hill Cemetery in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, as well as at the historical site of Jelling, Denmark.
Bibliography
Dobbins, Elizabeth. “Fitchburg Looks to Expand Forest Hill Cemetery.” <em>Sentinel and Enterprise</em>, 30 Aug. 2017. <br /><br /><span class="TF">"Erik the Red's Saga." <i>The Sagas of Icelanders: A Selection. </i>Edited by Jane Smiley, and Robert Leland Kellogg. Translated by Keneva Kunz. Penguin, New York, 2001. </span><br /><br />Freedom's Way Heritage Association. <em>Fitchburg Reconaissance Report: Freedom's Way Landscape Inventory</em>. 2006, ci.fitchburg.ma.us/DocumentCenter/Home/View/482.<br /><br />Galvin, William Francis. “Welcome to MACRIS.” <em>Welcome to MACRIS</em>, mhc-macris.net/. <br /><br />“Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church.” <em>UNESCO World Heritage Centre</em>, whc.unesco.org/en/list/697. <br /><br /><span class="TF"></span>
Photographer(s)
Kisha G. Tracy
Katie Duncan, Student, Fitchburg State University
Catalog Entry Author(s)
Alexander Dewhurst, Student, Fitchburg State University
Research Assistant
Matthew McCann, Student, Fitchburg State University
Research Assistant(s)
<span>Matthew McCann, Student, Fitchburg State University</span>
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british literature I fall 2017
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Connecting the Medieval to New England
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GLASTONBURY ABBEY, UK<br /><br />The original picture I had chosen for this project was of Glastonbury Abbey, located in Somersetshire, England. Glastonbury Abbey is the supposed burial place of both King Arthur and his Queen Guenevere. I have been completing some research into Thomas Malory’s <em>Le Morte d’Arthur</em> and thought that this photograph was of great importance to the legacy of the story and should be addressed on a deeper level. The legend of King Arthur is timeless and well-known throughout the world of literary scholars and beyond, which makes this abbey a fascinating site of cultural heritage. <br /><br />TEXTUAL EVIDENCE <br /><br />In the text <em>Le Morte d’Arthur</em>, there are many references to the original site and its scenery. In the text, Guenevere does state the want to be buried next to her King: “Hither he cometh as fast as he may to fetch my corpse, and beside my lord King Arthur, he may bury me” (Malory 738). This correlates to the findings at the actual site of Glastonbury Abbey, where two corpses were found buried who were thought to be Arthur and Guinevere, and both remains were confirmed as one male and one female. It is also mentioned that Lancelot had brought the remains of Guenevere to Glastonbury: “How sir Launcelot went with his seven followers to Almesbury, found there Queen Guenevere dead, whom they brought to Glastonbury” (Malory 738). These literary clues along with evidence of the found bodies take the legend of King Arthur a bit closer to reality, and as remarkable as that is within its own right, the fact that the world still offers the original site intact is marvelous. Seeing how other locations around the world have taken the style and grace of the abbey, it’s exciting to see the heritage become much more prevalent within places that affect societies further than their own backyard. <br /><br />GLASTONBURY ABBEY, HINGHAM, MA. <br /><br />Here in America’s New England, there are plenty of nods to our former roots in the UK. If the name of “New England” itself isn’t enough, there are also towns like Worcester, Bedford, Bridgewater, Alton, and more. Perhaps the most fascinating, however, is the inclusion of some ancient architectural nods found throughout the region matching that of old texts. Although the original Glastonbury Abbey is located in Somersetshire, England, there is another Glastonbury Abbey found in Hingham, Massachusetts. This abbey is named after the original and takes pride in the associated fame of its legendary history. Due to the medieval context of the original's history, along with it being the “earliest site of Christianity in England”, the abbey in Hingham pays homage to its existence and keeps its culture alive here in the United States. With the surrounding towns of Hingham, MA, have some English connection, the abbey decided it would be a perfect site to extend its notable history and valued presence. The abbeys themselves are both made of stone, resembling that of a castle, with plentiful flowers and gardens around the outside edging. The windows vary from regular glass to stained glass, and both the original Glastonbury Abbey and the Hingham site are still active monasteries to this day. Both of the sites are connected through religion and the deep ties that bind their faith further can be seen in the similar ambience, scenery, architecture, and belief.
Bibliography
<p>“Accessibility Navigation.” <em>Glastonbury Abbey: The Archaeological Story</em>, www.reading.ac.uk/archaeology/research/projects/arch-rg-glastonbury.aspx.<br /><br />“Excavations at Glastonbury Abbey: Reassessing the Medieval Monastery.” <em>m</em><em>edievalists.net</em>, 9 Nov. 2017, http://www.medievalists.net/2017/11/excavations-glastonbury-abbey-1908-79-reassessing-medieval-monastery/.<br /><br />Urbanus, Jason. “Legends of Glastonbury Abbey.” <em>Archaeology Magazine</em>, 16 Feb. 2016, www.archaeology.org/issues/208-1603/trenches/4172-trenches-england-glastonbury-abbey.</p>
Catalog Entry Author(s)
Michael Workman, Student, Fitchburg State University
Research Assistant
Matthew Badagliacca, Student, Fitchburg State University
Patrick Brophy, Student, Fitchburg State University
Noah Milliard, Student, Fitchburg State University
Other Suggested Pairings
MYLES STANDISH CEMETERY, DUXBURY, MA <br /><br />There are plenty of other sites around New England that can connect in some way to the literature and cultural heritage of<em> Le Morte d’Arthur</em> and Glastonbury abbey. The Myles Standish cemetery in Duxbury, MA, is the oldest cemetery found within America. It’s long standing history of staying intact, along with the aged stonework are a perfect display of how this old burial place of individuals has withstood the test of time, while gaining some fame over the years for its age and look, similar to that of Glastonbury Abbey. <br /><br />CUMBERLAND MONASTERY, CUMBERLAND, R.I. <br /><br />Another site which connects in some way is the Cumberland Monastery in Cumberland, Rhode Island. This site is home of the “Nine Men’s Misery,” where legend has it nine men were slain and buried on it’s ground by the Indians in Pierce’s fight March 26, 1676. This legend of these men has grown across the local area, and although much more modern than the legend of King Arthur, it relates due to its idea of a lost figure(s) killed and buried within religious grounds. To add to religious and legendary history, the monastery is a beautiful place where nature thrives, amongst sunny skies and a peaceful setting that makes death seem a little less intimidating.
Research Assistant(s)
Matthew Badagliacca, Student, Fitchburg State University <br />Patrick Brophy, Student, Fitchburg State University <br />Noah Milliard, Student, Fitchburg State University
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Connecting the Medieval to New England
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<p>There are many ways to depict innocence in a story. Words used to describe innocence can be “small,” “little,” “young,” etc. These could also be related to a small or young child or a location such as a small town. <br /><br />Dorchester is a historic neighborhood located in Boston, MA. It was founded by Puritans in 1630 who emigrated from Dorchester, Dorset, England. It is currently Boston’s largest neighborhood. Dorchester is home to the oldest religious organization in Boston, a church that was originally created as the First Parish Church of Dorchester and still remains today. In addition to this accomplishment, Dorchester is also home to the first and oldest public elementary school in America, the Mather School. The school was created in 1639 and also stands today. Dorchester was founded only a few months before the city of Boston was founded, showing a scale of how important this neighborhood was historically for the growth of America. <br /><br />The story of <em>The Prioress’s Tale</em> takes place in a small Christian town somewhere in Asia. Children are a reoccurring topic in the story, representing innocence. The focus of the story is of a Christian boy, who is murdered on his way home from school by a group of Jewish boys who were told to do so by Satan himself. The neighborhood of Dorchester, to me, reminds me of these scenes. The schools and churches are small as well as the neighborhood itself. It was a religious town, which resembles the town in which the story took place. <br /><br />A marble font of Saint Nicholas in Winchester Cathedral is also a good reminder of the story. The Tournai Marble Font was bought from Tournai, in modern Belgium, in the 12th century and is still there today. The block this piece of art was carved from weighed around 1.5 tons and dates back to around 1150. It is the finest of ten fonts in England. In this time period, sculptures were created as iconic messages to be shared. This particular font is decorated with the extraordinary life of Saint Nicholas with symbolic animals such as birds and lions. It is thought to be a gift from Henry of Blois, William the Conqueror’s grandson. Saint Nicholas was known as a man who committed many acts of kindness, especially to children, leading to his identification with Santa Claus. The carvings on the font show multiple stories, but all of them revolve around Saint Nicholas. A few of the stories depict St. Nicholas bringing people back to life. Fonts are mainly used as a symbol of the start of Christian life. They also hold the water in which babies are baptized. It is still used for baptisms today. This relates to Chaucer’s <em>The Prioress’ Tale</em> due to the fact that Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of children by means of acts of kindness. The fact that he brought people back to life resonates with the story, specifically when the Christian boy who was murdered comes back to life singing the song of the Vigin Mary that caused the boys to murder him in the first place.</p>
<em>Photo: Western Union telegram sent from Dorchester to Fitchburg congratulating a family member on the birth of a child (from Fitchburg Historical Society collection).</em>
Bibliography
“A Brief History of Dorchester.” <em>MyDorchester</em>, mydorchester.org/history. <br /><br />Taylor, Earl. “Dorchester MA, Town History 1630-1870.” <em>Dorchester Atheneum</em>, www.dorchesteratheneum.org/page.php?id=52. <br /><br />“Tournai Marble Font.” <em>Winchester Cathedral</em>, www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/our- heritage/cathedral-treasures/tournai-marble-font/.
Photographer(s)
Kisha G. Tracy
Catalog Entry Author(s)
Mitchell LeBlanc, Student, Fitchburg State University
Accessible Description of Image(s)
First image: There are people etched in stone. The photo is in black and white. The main statues are men, and they are holding a stick-like object in their hands. The etching is on the side of a fountain.
Description by: Courtney Hastings, Student, Fitchburg State University
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Winchester, UK - Saint Nicholas Font (Winchester Cathedral); Boston, MA - Dorchester
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cathedral
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<p>In the beautiful country of Iceland there are a couple of dozen waterfalls, but none of them compare to the great Skógafoss located in Skógar. Skógafoss is one of the largest waterfalls in the country; from where the water flows over to the splash down is a sixty-meter fall and stretches twenty-five feet wide. Because of the constant mist that rises up there is always a rainbow or even two that glow amazingly across the fall. This waterfall is also an attraction for treasure hunters. Legend has it that Þrasi Þórólfsson was the first settler in Skógar around 900 CE. He was known as a great warrior, but most certainly greedy in his old age. When he believed that his life was coming to an end, he decided that he was going to take his money with him. He filled a chest with all of his gold and valuable items and sank it into the water under Skógafoss. Time and time again people have claimed they have seen it, but then would glance away and could not find it again. One man was able to get a rope through a ring on the side of the chest, but as he was pulling it up the ring broke off and the chest sunk back down. The man that was left with just a ring brought it to a church in Skógar where it hung on the door; since then the church has been demolished, and the ring is held at a the Skógar Museum.<br /><br />In 1658 an all-black ship appeared in the harbor of Lynn, MA. Four men and a chest lowered from the ship, and they were quickly named pirates throughout the town. The men sailed up the Saugus River to the iron works to purchase tools such as hatchets, shovels, and shackles. The tools were crafted as they were getting paid in silver. The pirates set up camp on the Saugus River in the spot which is now known as Pirate’s Glen, but word got out that they were staying there and British soldiers went out to look for them. Three were captured and hung, but one was able to escape. His name was Thomas Veal, and he escaped deep into the woods and started living in a cave. Over time he lived in peace as a member of the Lynn community. One day, a sudden earthquake shook the Lynn area, and a large rock tipped forward permanently sealing the cave entrance and trapping Veal and his treasure forever. This location is now known as Dungeon Rock. Although the area was searched for years no one has been able to find the treasure.<br /><br />The two men, Þrasi Þórólfsson and Thomas Veal, share much in common with the great Viking Erik the Red. In the Icelandic <em>Erik the Red’s Saga</em>, Erik is banned from Iceland due to a few murders and has to set sail with his followers to new land. They ended up in Greenland, which was undiscovered until his time. When he arrived in Greenland he left his mark by naming new towns after himself and family just as Þrasi left his chest that now plays a part in Icelandic heritage, as does Dungeon Rock in Lynn Woods.</p>
Bibliography
"Dungeon Rock." <em>Friends of Lynn Woods, </em>flw.org/dungeonrockhistory.htm. <br /><p>Hjálmarsson, Jon R. "Gold Under Skogafoss." <em>Icelandic Times, </em>Feb. 2016, icelandictimes.com/gold-under-skogafoss/. </p>
<span class="TF"><i>The Vinland Sagas: The Icelandic Sagas about the First Documented Voyages Across the North Atlantic. </i>Translated by Keneva Kunz. Penguin, 2008. </span>
Photographer(s)
Kisha G. Tracy
Lovell Mumford, Student, Fitchburg State University
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Daniel Keating, Student, Fitchburg State University
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Annie Saball, Student, Fitchburg State University
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First image: A waterfall that is set back to the left of the photo. The waterfall is surrounded by a cliff with greenery. In the mist of the water there is a faint but present rainbow.
Description by: McKenzie Lambert, Student, Fitchburg State University
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Skógá River, Iceland - Skógafoss; Lynn, MA - Dungeon Rock
british literature I fall 2017
iceland
massachusetts
middle ages fall 2017
natural heritage
photography ii fall 2017
pirate
sagas
viking