Inchbracken: The Story of a Fama Clamosa by Robert Cleland
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"Inchbracken: The Story of a Fama Clamosa" by Robert Cleland is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the lives of Reverend Roderick Brown and his sister Mary as they navigate the social and religious upheaval of the Disruption in Scotland, where various factions within the Church question the established order. The story introduces themes of faith, morality, and community, with Roderick's character serving as a
focal point of the narrative as he grapples with his duties and beliefs. At the start of the novel, the scene is set during a tumultuous storm in the glen, establishing a stark contrast between the wildness of nature and the warmth of the Brown family’s home. Roderick is portrayed as a passionate young clergyman dedicated to his principles, while Mary exhibits a more practical and nurturing nature. This opening section highlights their close bond while showcasing the physical and metaphorical challenges they will face due to their commitment to the Free Church. The description of their humble living conditions amidst the growing tensions in their parish foreshadows the conflicts that will emerge as the characters contend with their new reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cleland, Robert |
|---|---|
| Title | Inchbracken: The Story of a Fama Clamosa |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books (Oxford University) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40330 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-40330-4 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 531 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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