And Did Those Feet
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Charlie Connelly embarks on a wonderfully eccentric quest to explore the enduring myth that Jesus Christ once visited England as a boy. Inspired by William Blake's beloved hymn "Jerusalem," he sets off to investigate the legend that claims the young Jesus travelled to these shores with his tin-trading uncle, Joseph of Arimathea.
With his characteristic wit and curiosity, Connelly journeys through the British landscape, from Glastonbury to Cornwall, meeting local historians, amateur enthusiasts, and colourful characters who keep this peculiar piece of folklore alive. Part travelogue, part historical investigation, this is an affectionate and humorous exploration of how myths shape our national identity and why we're so drawn to the romantic notion that divine feet once walked upon England's green and pleasant land.
