What a nice slice of how life could be then.
As I write this, is will soon be 2009. This story has such a timeless feel to it; every era has a Oswin who is true to his art, and in tune with the beauty that surrounds him. And it is indeed wonderful that the bishop understands the man, the artist, and helps him to see that there is no loss in his work - any of it. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful, brilliant story.