St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1 by George MacDonald
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"St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1" by George MacDonald is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against a backdrop of political and religious turmoil, focusing on two main characters, Dorothy and Richard, who navigate their complex relationships amid the controversial tensions of their time, as well as the obstacles posed by differing values and loyalties. The opening of the novel introduces a gloomy autumn setting,
establishing an atmosphere of introspection and impending conflict. Dorothy and Richard are childhood friends whose relationship becomes strained due to the emerging political divisions concerning the monarchy and church. The conversation among the adults hints at the broader societal unrest, while the interactions between Dorothy and Richard showcase their budding emotions, alongside their struggles with the expectations of family and society. As they grapple with their feelings and political beliefs, the groundwork is laid for future confrontations between personal relationships and the larger forces at play in their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | MacDonald, George, 1824-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1 |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks and the Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Civil War, 1642-1649 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5750 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 309 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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