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something that explored art and religion during the Renaissance, along with some experi-
ences of the local culture. Twist my arm…
That was doorway that opened out onto the life we now live. One of my great pleasures in
being based in Tuscany is that I can now visit my imaginal friends from the Renaissance
whenever I like. And I get to introduce them to the people who come to Tuscany to travel
and explore with us.
When we visit the cathedral of Siena and stand just inside the main entrance, I often like to
point out the portrait of Hermes Tristmegistus, the patron of medieval wise men and magi-
cians, who has been carved in inlaid marble right into the floor of the cathedral. Were you
to walk into the cathedral through its main doors, Hermes Tristmegistus is the first figure
that you would encounter. He's been standing there over these past five centuries welcom-
ing those who step across the threshold, a dramatic placement which suggests that “this is
where it all began”. I silently thank Dame Frances Yates for having first introduced us.
Occasionally I scratch my head and wonder what might have been if I hadn't folded up my
apron and gone across the street to listen to Robert Bly.
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