Ernest W. Cockrell’s “Samson’s Shadow” is a captivating look at the human psyche that takes readers on an amazing journey of reflection and “coming-to-terms”. Set in the rural village of Barkway, Hertfordshire, England, the vicar takes the churchwarden through a variety of events and situations. Carefully recording conversations in confidential diaries, the vicar provides pastoral care revealing new insights for churchwarden and himself.