Cecily - Emma Leslie - Bog

Cecily: A Tale of English Reformation is a historical novel written by Emma Leslie and published in 1881. The book is set in the 16th century during the time of the English Reformation, a period of religious and political upheaval in England. The story follows the life of Cecily, a young girl who becomes caught up in the turmoil of the Reformation. Cecily is born into a Catholic family, but as the Protestant movement gains momentum, she finds herself drawn to the new ideas and beliefs. As Cecily grows older, she becomes more involved in the Protestant cause, and her faith is put to the test as she faces persecution and danger. Along the way, she meets a cast of characters, both real and fictional, who help shape her journey and her understanding of the world around her. Through Cecily's story, Leslie explores themes of faith, loyalty, and courage, as well as the complex political and religious landscape of the time. The book offers a vivid and engaging portrait of a fascinating period in English history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the Reformation or historical fiction.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.