[Hartwood] [rocks] Coronet

[doerksen at island.net]

Greetings, Master Cathal Sean from Halima al-Rakkasa.

The tale of "One Hundred Books" is a fine tale, O he who rules the  
scriptorium. I shall give you my version of it...

'Twas a fine late afternoon of the Hartwood Armada (August of this  
year, no less), a mere six weeks past. In the fading heat of the day,  
amidst the distribution of Kjartan's mini-crossbows, much discussion  
arose of shire-sized endeavours, the forms they might take, the people  
they might involve, the skills they might require.

Then did Master James suggest the making of books, many books, and he  
being one who has taught no few of us the skills of Coptic  
bookbinding, naturally did talk flow to such an endeavour. As we  
explored the concept, we realized that even those of us who had taken  
his class were somewhat lacking in complete comfort in the needed  
skills, whereupon Master James offered to teach us again, as often as  
it would take for the learning to "take".

For these skills to be well-shared, many books were needed to be made  
by many artisans; being that Her Highness Lenora of Tir Righ was  
present and Coronet was in the offing, the purpose became clear: Books  
for Tir Righ Largesse.

Stepped forth then Her Ladyship Doireann Dechti and His Lordship  
Kjartan kraka with the offer of a wood chest to hold the books.  
Discussion sprung up anew... How many books would it take to fill such  
a chest? Perhaps... One Hundred!

Led by Master James (skill and enthusiasm), Seneschale Marina (leading  
by example) and Mistress Cecille (A&S and organizer), the Cry was,  
"100 Books for Largesse!"

Thus it was.

It came to pass that many hands came forward to make Coptic books in  
many colors of covers, leaves and stitching, in two sizes (and 5  
Oriental bindings). The small chest was made, painted with the  
populace badge of Tir Righ.

Those who participated in this project presented this gift of largesse  
to Their Highnesses Alden and Lenora in court at September Coronet,  
with device and banners flying in the warm breeze of the day. Even the  
dogs wore barding in the Hartwood colors.

It was a magnificent day when the Shire of Hartwood determined to  
undertake the project, and a magnificent day when it was complete. May  
the sun continue to shine on such efforts of united creativity.

Thus ends my tale; if it does not please, it did not happen.

yours in service,
Halima al-Rakkasa
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Mon 26 Sep 2011 08:19:44 PM PDT, quoting Bruce Schneider <whirlygig at shaw.ca>:

> As a calligraphy/book person I would be interested in hearing more about the
> 100 hand-made books. Sounds like an awesome project.
> Cathal Sean
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Tami Hayes" <lenora.is at shaw.ca>
> To: "Rocks" <rocks at antir.sca.org>
> Sent: Monday, September 26, 2011 7:14 PM
> Subject: [rocks] Coronet
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>>
>> A special thank you to the Shire of Hartwood for gifting 100 hand-made
>> books for Largesse - it is very much appreciated and will be put to good
>> use! :-)
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Lenora, Princess Tir Righ