A Secret Gathering - Royka, Paul
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A Secret Gathering follows the true story of an antique appraiser on a journey of self-discovery as he becomes captivated by a rare children's book published in 1916 by artist Frederick Waugh, also known as The Wizard. As he embarks on a spiritual journey to the island of Monhegan off the coast of Maine, he experiences synchronicities, discovers rare and sacred objects, and learns an intuitive secret language that helps him decipher the meaning of a magical painting by The Wizard that is in a museum in Kansas. In the end, he must also confront the responsibility of his friend Standing Owl's…mehr

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A Secret Gathering follows the true story of an antique appraiser on a journey of self-discovery as he becomes captivated by a rare children's book published in 1916 by artist Frederick Waugh, also known as The Wizard. As he embarks on a spiritual journey to the island of Monhegan off the coast of Maine, he experiences synchronicities, discovers rare and sacred objects, and learns an intuitive secret language that helps him decipher the meaning of a magical painting by The Wizard that is in a museum in Kansas. In the end, he must also confront the responsibility of his friend Standing Owl's most sacred possession. Filled with mystery and magic, this book is a moving tale of self-discovery, personal growth, and the transformative power of storytelling. Whether you're a fan of mysticism, spirituality, art history, Monhegan Island, Maine, or synchronicity, this book is sure to captivate and inspire you!
Autorenporträt
Paul Royka's life is a tapestry of intriguing experiences, from working as a night auditor at a notoriously haunted American inn to traversing the Gulf of Maine solo by sailboat. His academic journey took him from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, to the historic halls of the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Furthering his education, Paul achieved a Master's degree from Claremont Graduate University in California. As an author, he has penned several well-received books on antiques, set auction world records, assisted museums in acquiring significant art pieces, and was a former appraiser on the PBS series Antiques Roadshow. Beyond his appraisal career, Paul is an accomplished artist and photographer, recognized as a Master Circle member of the Salem Arts Association. He's an active member of The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Paul's passion for storytelling extends to leading guided retreats to places he writes about in his memoir "A Secret Gathering," such as Monhegan Island. He currently delights in conducting historic and haunted tours in Salem, Massachusetts.