
Around the library I would consider having remembrances of some of the writers whose works were held inside that library. It would be to pique the children's interest in the world of books. I would have to carefully consider that however, as the heads may simply scare the children instead of inspiring wonder and fascination.
But perhaps high above the ground I would allow pets to roam, and they would guard roof terraces and keep an eye on what was happening below, in case someone would get lost in the maze that they oversaw.

A wall would surround the maze, with only a small hidden gate to let one in. The gate too, would have many stories and a few secrets.
Somewhere, a small street would run through the property, with a walkway over the top, where one could sit and read, occasionally lifting up ones eyes to watch the paserbys hurrying underneath to get out of the rain. The rain that was lashing against the many windows.
And somewhere, amidst old garden sheds, trees that are older than history, surrounded by stone walls would be a tall tower. It would stretch above everything else, overlooking what was to be overlooked. It would not have many windows. And every so often, the sound of a bell being rung would steal over the house, and it would cause all to stop what they were doing and listen. It would go on for a minute and then slowly die away in the evening light. Only every so often, with not much regularity. However the tower would only have one entrance, and that entrance would always be barred and locked. No one would know who had the key, and it would make stories rise up in the children's hearts. Stories of past deeds, past loves, past losses... Stories mixed with intrigue and wonder and perhaps a small amount of fear only if they happened to be looking at the tower as the last gleams of light dissapeared to the west.
Friday, January 19, 2007
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Perhaps even some windowless room stuck in a remote part of the house with nothing in it but an old coat closet?
Ant, you have chosen an interesting way to showcase the pics from Oxford. Windows are vital, they allow light, nature and something other than the inside in. I appreciate your focus upon the windows, architechture, and feel of this town
You've always wanted a BIG house...hope you get one someday!
ahhh yes, a large wooden wardrobe would be found in a deep inner room. as a matter of fact, a man once lived, not far from this house, and he told of a large wooden wardrobe and what happened when one little girl stepped insided...
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