A Puritan's Wife (1896) - Max Pemberton - Bog

A Puritan's Wife is a novel written by Max Pemberton and published in 1896. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Priscilla Wentworth, who is married to a Puritan minister named John Wentworth. Priscilla struggles to adapt to the strict Puritan lifestyle and the expectations placed upon her as a wife and mother. She finds herself at odds with her husband's beliefs and the community's rigid moral code. As the story unfolds, Priscilla becomes increasingly disillusioned with her life and begins to question her faith. She finds solace in the company of a young man named Richard, who shares her doubts and offers her a different perspective on life. However, their relationship is frowned upon by the Puritan community, and they must keep their feelings hidden.The novel explores themes of love, faith, and freedom, as well as the conflict between individual desires and societal expectations. It offers an insight into the lives of Puritans and their strict moral code, as well as the challenges faced by women in the 17th century. Overall, A Puritan's Wife is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Puritan lifestyle and the struggles faced by women in the 17th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.