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Title: Adam Hepburn's Vow: A Tale of Kirk and Covenant

Note: Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "Adam Hepburn's Vow: A Tale of Kirk and Covenant" by Annie S. Swan is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the turbulent times in Scotland during the 17th century, particularly focusing on the struggles of the Church of Scotland against royal oppression and the quest for religious freedom. The main characters introduced include minister Andrew Gray, his children David and Agnes, and their journey to Edinburgh where the nation gathers to sign a significant Covenant at a pivotal moment in history. The opening of the tale depicts a family journeying to Edinburgh as a dramatic political movement begins to unfold. On a cold February afternoon, they arrive at the bustling city, filled with uncertainty and excitement about the upcoming events. The minister conveys the solemnity of their mission to his children, emphasizing the importance of faith and courage in the face of oppression. This context establishes the stakes of their quest while foreshadowing the trials and tribulations they may encounter. The minister’s interactions with his children reveal a mixture of tenderness and the weight of moral duty, suggesting that the narrative will explore themes of family loyalty, faith, and the significance of standing up for one’s beliefs amidst societal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Swan, Annie S., 1859-1943

EBook No.: 46966

Published: Sep 25, 2014

Downloads: 79

Language: English

Subject: Covenanters -- Fiction

Subject: Scotland -- History -- 17th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Adam Hepburn's Vow: A Tale of Kirk and Covenant

Note: Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "Adam Hepburn's Vow: A Tale of Kirk and Covenant" by Annie S. Swan is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the turbulent times in Scotland during the 17th century, particularly focusing on the struggles of the Church of Scotland against royal oppression and the quest for religious freedom. The main characters introduced include minister Andrew Gray, his children David and Agnes, and their journey to Edinburgh where the nation gathers to sign a significant Covenant at a pivotal moment in history. The opening of the tale depicts a family journeying to Edinburgh as a dramatic political movement begins to unfold. On a cold February afternoon, they arrive at the bustling city, filled with uncertainty and excitement about the upcoming events. The minister conveys the solemnity of their mission to his children, emphasizing the importance of faith and courage in the face of oppression. This context establishes the stakes of their quest while foreshadowing the trials and tribulations they may encounter. The minister’s interactions with his children reveal a mixture of tenderness and the weight of moral duty, suggesting that the narrative will explore themes of family loyalty, faith, and the significance of standing up for one’s beliefs amidst societal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Swan, Annie S., 1859-1943

EBook No.: 46966

Published: Sep 25, 2014

Downloads: 79

Language: English

Subject: Covenanters -- Fiction

Subject: Scotland -- History -- 17th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.