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Title: The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4)

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4)" by Jane Porter is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds primarily on the island of Lindisfarne, introducing themes of faith, familial ties, and moral dilemmas faced by its characters. Central to the story are the elder traveler, the Marquis Santa Cruz, and his son Ferdinand, who journey to the island for personal reasons, intertwining with the local pastor, Richard Athelstone, and his family. The opening of this novel sets the stage for a richly detailed and contemplative story, beginning with two travelers arriving on Lindisfarne. The elder, who is revealed to be the Marquis, embodies a reflective piety, contrasting with his son Ferdinand's skepticism and frustration regarding their stay on the island. As they search for the Reverend Athelstone’s home, they are guided by local fishermen and, upon arrival, are warmly welcomed despite their unannounced entrance. Interactions with Athelstone and his family introduce themes of duty, virtue, and the societal issues present in their world. The familial and religious dynamics established early on hint at deeper character developments and conflicts as the plot progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Porter, Jane, 1776-1850

EBook No.: 46570

Published: Aug 12, 2014

Downloads: 44

Language: English

Subject: Wharton, Philip Wharton, Duke of, 1698-1731 -- Fiction

Subject: Riperdá, Juan Guillermo, Duke of, 1680-1737 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4)

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4)" by Jane Porter is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds primarily on the island of Lindisfarne, introducing themes of faith, familial ties, and moral dilemmas faced by its characters. Central to the story are the elder traveler, the Marquis Santa Cruz, and his son Ferdinand, who journey to the island for personal reasons, intertwining with the local pastor, Richard Athelstone, and his family. The opening of this novel sets the stage for a richly detailed and contemplative story, beginning with two travelers arriving on Lindisfarne. The elder, who is revealed to be the Marquis, embodies a reflective piety, contrasting with his son Ferdinand's skepticism and frustration regarding their stay on the island. As they search for the Reverend Athelstone’s home, they are guided by local fishermen and, upon arrival, are warmly welcomed despite their unannounced entrance. Interactions with Athelstone and his family introduce themes of duty, virtue, and the societal issues present in their world. The familial and religious dynamics established early on hint at deeper character developments and conflicts as the plot progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Porter, Jane, 1776-1850

EBook No.: 46570

Published: Aug 12, 2014

Downloads: 44

Language: English

Subject: Wharton, Philip Wharton, Duke of, 1698-1731 -- Fiction

Subject: Riperdá, Juan Guillermo, Duke of, 1680-1737 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.