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The Cloak: A Spiritual Journey in 18th Century Italy Kindle Edition

by James Hussey (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 29 ratings
Christos, a young man from humble beginnings living simply in rural 18th century Italy has a dream to create and be an artist. Fortune guides him well and he achieves what he wanted. But his success leads to a desire for greater fame, wealth, and power, which become his pursuits. So overwhelming the kind, generous, warm-hearted person he once was. Fate takes a hand when he feels his life is seemingly at its peak. Everything starts to spiral downwards, descending Christos into a dark place of depression that he believes is inescapable, when something long forgotten reappears.The Cloak is a timeless tale that is as resonant today as it was three hundred years ago.
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  1. Print length
    183 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    22 Sept. 2020
  4. File size
    1.9 MB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08JY6ZW3M
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 22 Sept. 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 183 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 29 ratings

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James Hussey

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Dear Reader I thought you might like to know about me & some of the background to the writing of The Cloak. I was born in the UK and during my childhood I had periods of illness that confined me to bed, so I spent many hours drawing. Those hours spent drawing convinced me that I wanted to be an artist. So after leaving school I was accepted at Stourbridge then Chelsea Art Schools. After that I had exhibitions in London & also became aligned to a start-up art print company which became one of the largest in the world. To see my paintings go to Instagram@jamesghussey. The Cloak I started a few years ago during a difficult time in my life, & the writing of it was cathartic, & if you find my book touches you or you simply find the story enjoyable or helpful, then I would be pleased. I did myself have an African cloak similar to the one described in the book which I would rest under briefly during long working days.

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"...A great read and I would highly recommend buying this book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" Read more

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Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one customer noting how the author paints wonderful pictures with his words, while another describes it as a beautifully written story.

"...It is written so colourfuly and with a richness that the reader is easily transported back three hundred years...." Read more

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An amazing and truly touching story. Highly recommended!!!
5 out of 5 stars
An amazing and truly touching story. Highly recommended!!!
I'm not the worlds biggest reader, but I was gifted this book as random act of kindness and thought that I would give it a try. I'm so glad I did; as I found myself being absorbed into the story within minutes and transported back in time. The cloak is rich in tale, beautifully written, with a wealth of detail to match. The character depth, the journey of the story and the quality of writing is so gripping that I found myself unable to put the book down. Truth be known I completed the book within the day. I can't wait for more from this author. Highly recommended!!!
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  • antony g.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, a must read, highly recommended.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 December 2020
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    I don't usually read fiction, but after two or three chapters I was hooked, I couldn't put this book down. It is written so colourfuly and with a richness that the reader is easily transported back three hundred years. The authors knowledge of painting and indeed the life in Italy at this time shines through. All in all a very enjoyable read and highly recommended, can't wait for the next book.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 July 2021
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    Had this book bought for me as a present. Not my usual sort of thing but read it anyway and loved it! A beautifully written story with amazing description. The author paints a wonderful picture with his words and transport you to 18th century Italy. A great read and I would highly recommend buying this book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • sarah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Magical
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 January 2022
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    I enjoyed this book very much, it was well written and kept me reading till I’d finished it all.
    Something different that gave me a feel good feeling that is lasting.
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  • N. Gould
    5.0 out of 5 stars A splash of life and the merest hint of magic..
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 December 2020
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    An amble through 18th century Italy through the eyes of Christos, an aspiring painter and artist. A journey of life and the perils of ego and greed. A thought provoking brush with the seven deadly sins that is both insightful and well worth the read.
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  • Lorraine N.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simply lovely
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2021
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    Read this book in one sitting. Couldn't put it down. So simple but very thought provoking. Just enjoyed the whole story.
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  • ange smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 December 2020
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    An exciting story set in the past, well written I found I couldn’t put it down once started reading it.
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  • Mrs. M. Cole
    5.0 out of 5 stars Most Enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 January 2023
    I really enjoyed this book. It took me a little while to get into it but after a while I couldn't put it down. I also like a happy ending!
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  • AndyB
    5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing and truly touching story. Highly recommended!!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 May 2021
    I'm not the worlds biggest reader, but I was gifted this book as random act of kindness and thought that I would give it a try.

    I'm so glad I did; as I found myself being absorbed into the story within minutes and transported back in time.

    The cloak is rich in tale, beautifully written, with a wealth of detail to match. The character depth, the journey of the story and the quality of writing is so gripping that I found myself unable to put the book down. Truth be known I completed the book within the day.

    I can't wait for more from this author.

    Highly recommended!!!
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    AndyB
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    An amazing and truly touching story. Highly recommended!!!

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 May 2021
    I'm not the worlds biggest reader, but I was gifted this book as random act of kindness and thought that I would give it a try.

    I'm so glad I did; as I found myself being absorbed into the story within minutes and transported back in time.

    The cloak is rich in tale, beautifully written, with a wealth of detail to match. The character depth, the journey of the story and the quality of writing is so gripping that I found myself unable to put the book down. Truth be known I completed the book within the day.

    I can't wait for more from this author.

    Highly recommended!!!
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  • mona
    5.0 out of 5 stars The most magical book I ever read
    Reviewed in Germany on 8 December 2020
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    Luckely I discovered this book, which I thought is really magical. In an alchemist way the main character Christos, the painter transform from a self-centered man through a very difficult time into a humble loving human. It's a fabulous development novel placed in venice, italy in he 17th century. The autor for sure has a lot of knowledge about painting, colours and creating a magical world. I am sure it helps people through hard times to heal. I higlty recommend it!
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  • ma.ty
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wise and adorable
    Reviewed in Germany on 30 December 2020
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    A friend of mine recommended the book to me. At first the unique cover appealed to me a lot. Simple and beautiful. A nice symbol of the story in the book. I like to paint myself, which is why I found it particularly exciting that old painting techniques from Italy were precisely described. The description of the surroundings made almost realistic images appear in my head. With all of my being I fell into this charming book.
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  • Ursula Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Big Inspiration
    Reviewed in Germany on 21 January 2021
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    Beauty
    The author certainly has a special perception of the world.
    Apparently, the cultivation of beauty is what has done it in particular.
    Something that is far too rare in our world.
    A fighter for the beauty of language, stories and wonderful fantasies.
    A Celebration and a pleasure to read the book
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  • G. L.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well written
    Reviewed in Germany on 17 December 2020
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    Fabulous book created by an author who writes from the heart. I had no preconceptions before I began reading but the topic seemed really interesting. The Cloak is an interesting story loaded with spiritual wisdom. I highly recommend this book to everyone who likes to read philosophical and spiritual literature.
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  • Marie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very sensitive novel
    Reviewed in Germany on 4 January 2021
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    Perfect novel for broken heards, broken dreams and broken egoistival thinking, healing words put together in this enchanting novel. Thank you, to share all your insights with me!
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