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Pat Willard

Secrets of Saffron: The Vagabond Life of the World's Most Seductive Herb

RRP £18.99

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Browse through the categories below for books about Bede, translations of his works, and books about all aspects of the early middle ages - history, archaeology, language, literature, art and artefacts, as well as the development of Christianity. We also have books about medieval gardens and herbs, the art of the scriptorium and the traditional crafts of the Anglo-Saxons - spinning, weaving, dyeing and woodcrafts - along with recordings of Gregorian Chant and medieval music. If you know what you are looking for, use the search box below.

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Secrets of Saffron: The Vagabond Life of the World's Most Seductive Herb
Pat Willard

Secrets of Saffron: The Vagabond Life of the World's Most Seductive Herb

Saffron, a rare and evocative spice, has been used throughout history as a medicine, flavouring for food and as a colour dye for clothes. This entertaining and extravagant book, complete with fabulous ancient and modern recipes, outlines saffron's hi...

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Spring at Bede's World
18 May 2008

Medieval Fair

The opening of the 2008 Jarrow Festival, with spectacular falconry displays, medieval combat, music, crafts and much much more. FREE ADMISSION to the museum and farm.

25-26 May 2008

Medieval Minstrel

Musician Richard York will bring the medieval era to life as he showcases his amazing collection of replica musicial instruments. Hear what they sound like and have a go yourself.

26-30 May 2008

Bede the Scientist

In preparation for our new science gallery gallery discover how Bede did his scientific experiements.