The Temptations of Architecture

The antiquarian and nyctodromist Ambrose Westcott writes of the 'dangers of doors', with particular reference to a house in the bounds named 'Treowen'.

"No doubt they have come to regret the ambitions of their Winding Stair; even now in Treowen, a silver sea is unwisely visible from a rash window…"

Westcott explains that the Wheelocks, the 'charge-holders of Treowen', have had recourse to dramatic measures to prevent oneiric encroachment., removing the entire top floor of the building. 'Nevertheless,' he writes, 'the business of the Moon-Hall has begun to touch the other business of the house...' 1 Return to library