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Title: John Inglesant: A Romance (Volume 1 of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "John Inglesant: A Romance" by J. H. Shorthouse is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous period of the English Civil War, the book follows the life of John Inglesant, a man deeply intertwined with the religious tensions of his time, particularly between the Catholic and Protestant faiths. The narrative explores his journey through loyalty, struggle, and spiritual seeking, addressing themes of identity and faith as he grapples with the complexities of his beliefs. The opening of the novel introduces us to the protagonist, John Inglesant, reminiscing about his past during a visit to a friend's family estate in Shropshire. As he learns about a historic figure, also named John Inglesant, who served King Charles I and became involved in clandestine dealings with Catholics, the narrative sets the stage for John’s own exploration of faith and duty. The lush descriptions of the English countryside and the significant presence of Catholic tradition create a vivid backdrop, while John's internal conflict regarding his beliefs foreshadows the emotional and spiritual journey that he will undertake throughout the story. His relationship with Father Sancta Clara, a Jesuit with significant influence, hints at the challenges and dilemmas he will face in a divided society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Creator: Shorthouse, J. H. (Joseph Henry), 1834-1903
EBook No.: 44587
Published: Jan 4, 2014
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 -- Fiction
Subject: Religious fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: John Inglesant: A Romance (Volume 1 of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "John Inglesant: A Romance" by J. H. Shorthouse is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous period of the English Civil War, the book follows the life of John Inglesant, a man deeply intertwined with the religious tensions of his time, particularly between the Catholic and Protestant faiths. The narrative explores his journey through loyalty, struggle, and spiritual seeking, addressing themes of identity and faith as he grapples with the complexities of his beliefs. The opening of the novel introduces us to the protagonist, John Inglesant, reminiscing about his past during a visit to a friend's family estate in Shropshire. As he learns about a historic figure, also named John Inglesant, who served King Charles I and became involved in clandestine dealings with Catholics, the narrative sets the stage for John’s own exploration of faith and duty. The lush descriptions of the English countryside and the significant presence of Catholic tradition create a vivid backdrop, while John's internal conflict regarding his beliefs foreshadows the emotional and spiritual journey that he will undertake throughout the story. His relationship with Father Sancta Clara, a Jesuit with significant influence, hints at the challenges and dilemmas he will face in a divided society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Creator: Shorthouse, J. H. (Joseph Henry), 1834-1903
EBook No.: 44587
Published: Jan 4, 2014
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 -- Fiction
Subject: Religious fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.