The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4) by Jane Porter
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"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.)
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| Author | Porter, Jane, 1776-1850 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 1 (of 4) |
| Credits |
Produced by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Wharton, Philip Wharton, Duke of, 1698-1731 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Riperdá, Juan Guillermo, Duke of, 1680-1737 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46570 |
| Release Date | Aug 12, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 394 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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