John A. Shuman, III a Pennsylvania resident is a retired high school and college English teacher. He is an author in the fields of antiques/collectibles and religion, has done TV/radio and videos, lectures, buys and sells antiques, does appraisals, enjoys refinishing furniture, photography, and travel. His writing includes 6 books and over 1,000 articles. He possesses 2 educational degrees and has visited and studied at museums, historical sites, churches, and cathedrals throughout the United States and in 15 European countries.