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In a quaint monastery nestled in medieval Ireland, Brother Cuthbert, often overlooked for his mistakes and lack of determination, is unexpectedly chosen to be the scribe for an illuminated manuscript of the Nativity story. His journey through the monastery is a journey of self-discovery as he navigates the challenges of his new role and his own doubts about himself. Through his interactions with the monks and the story itself, Cuthbert learns to embrace his mistakes as a form of growth and discovers the power of perseverance.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gloria Whelan
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