To Say Nothing of the Dog
Description
In 2057, historian Ned Henry is tasked with reconstructing Coventry Cathedral, destroyed during World War II, for Lady Schrapnell, a wealthy American patron. The project stalls over the missing "bishop's bird stump," a Victorian artifact. To resolve this, Ned is sent to 1888, where he meets Terence St. Trewes and his bulldog, Cyril. They embark on a journey to find the artifact, encountering eccentric characters and humorous situations. Their adventure intertwines with the lives of Tocelyn Mering and her fiancé, leading to unexpected romantic developments. The novel humorously explores time travel's impact on history and relationships.