Publisher's Synopsis
""John of London: A Romance of the Days of Roger Bacon"" is a historical novel written by Somerville Gibney and first published in 1887. The story is set in the 13th century and follows the life of John, a young man from London who dreams of becoming a scholar. John's life takes a dramatic turn when he meets the famous philosopher and scientist Roger Bacon, who takes him under his wing and teaches him about the wonders of science and the secrets of the universe. Together, they embark on a journey of discovery that takes them across Europe and into the heart of the Church, where they must confront the forces of ignorance and superstition that threaten to destroy their work. Along the way, John falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Beatrice, who becomes his partner in both love and science. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that explores the themes of love, knowledge, and the struggle between reason and faith in a world that is rapidly changing. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, science, and philosophy.""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.
