The Copybook: Readings in history and literature

1

Cuthbert and the Otters by Clay Lane

An inquisitive monk spied on a guest’s night-time walks.

2

Cuthbert and the White Rider by Clay Lane

The young Christian from ancient Northumbria was healed of a lame leg in a manner that reminded Bede of the archangel Rafael.

3

Cuthbert and the Miracle of the Wind by Clay Lane

The young monk taught some hard-hearted pagans a lesson they’d never forget.

4

Bread from Heaven by Clay Lane

Cuthbert trusted that keeping his promised fast would not do him any harm.

5

The Man Who Left No Footprints by Clay Lane

A young monk was rewarded for taking his duties as guest-master seriously.

6

‘Why Am I Still Lying Here?’ by St Bede of Jarrow

Cuthbert, struck down by plague, was vexed to find that his brethren had been praying for him all the previous night.

Miracles of St Cuthbert