Memoirs of a Gnostic Dwarf: Contemporary English Language
by:
David Madsen (author)
In the intersection of the 15th and 16th centuries, a Dwarf (Big "D" to show respect) goes from the mean streets of Rome to walk with the giants of that world. Madsen remarkably gives us a tour of Europe, Italy, Rome, the Vatican, the papacy, Gnosticism, side-shows, sex, gore and love - always...
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In the intersection of the 15th and 16th centuries, a Dwarf (Big "D" to show respect) goes from the mean streets of Rome to walk with the giants of that world. Madsen remarkably gives us a tour of Europe, Italy, Rome, the Vatican, the papacy, Gnosticism, side-shows, sex, gore and love - always love. The Inquisition is in bloom and heretics are treated in ways that are described in detail, with questioning normal Christian or Roman Catholic beliefs as well as intimate descriptions of sex or be exposed to visceral scenes. The book is very well written and flows smoothly.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9781873982716 (1873982712)
ASIN: 1873982712
Publish date: 1997-02-28
Publisher: Dedalus Limited
Pages no: 336
Edition language: English
WARNINGSo this is on the Guardian's 1000 comedy book list and must admit I am finding it hard to locate even a chuckle under so many scatological heaps. Although the grossness continues throughout the book, the worst is front loaded. See that statement I just made 'the worst is front loaded'? - that...
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