Westminster Cathedral

This magnificent Cathedral of The Most Prescious Blood, designed by John Francis Bentley in the Byzantine style is, in my opinion the most interesting church in London, and personally, my favourite church.

Construction of the Cathedral began in 1895. It was opened in 1903 and consecrecrated in 1910. The nature of the Cathedral's acthitecture makes it stand out from its surroundings, however, more importantly, it allows the Cathedral to have dozens of turrets and towers. The most notable of these is the imposing campanile (bell tower) which stands 83 metres tall. This makes it the tallest church bell tower in London, but the second tallest church (second only to the 111m tall dome of St. Paul's). Inside, the dominiant feature (and rightfully so,) is the High Altar, which houses 6 candlesticks and a 2 metre tall altar crucifix.... Anway, enough of me rambling on about the Cathedral.. here are some images.

The "West" face of the Cathedral.



The Cathedral from the "North East" [Rear-right]




The Nave of the Cathedral, looking East towards the High Altar
(Taken by Monsignor Mark Langham)

A Matter of Interest... The Biretta

This is a square hat, usually with three or four ridges worn by Roman Catholic Clergy.

It's usually black for priests (and deacons), black with a purple tuft for Monsignors, Purple for Bishops and Red for Cardinals.

Here are some photos of them.

Red, being a Cardinal's Biretta

Black, being a priest's Biretta

As I promised,

I would be posting scenes from the "forbidden" sections of my work.

Here's the first one. (please note, that anything written may change when it comes to editing time)

< “Hello…oh...hi...what do you mean they disappeared? Did you check all the cameras... so what, they ‘disapparated’? This is not Harry Potter… Look, I don’t care what it seems like. Search through the tapes again and search the entire building from top floor to basement… Well contact the other bosses then and get permission, use your brains, what the hell do you think you’re getting paid for. Do I have to do everything…Oh Lord… you know what, I’m gonna come down there and set you lot straight… Bye”
Leonard slammed his phone shut and dropped it on the table.>>

News

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I anticipate around eight more, and a new poll once they're all up.

Also, you can expect some clips from the "forbidden" parts of the book.

Generally speaking, writing is on course.


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Second Cover

Hey guys,

I've designed a second cover.

Again all done by me.. photo and design.

Tell me what you think.