The Heresy Of Mehetabel Clark (1892) - Annie Trumbull Slosson - Bog

The Heresy of Mehetabel Clark is a novel written by Annie Trumbull Slosson and published in 1892. The story follows the life of Mehetabel Clark, a young woman who grows up in a strict and religious household in rural New England in the mid-19th century. Despite her devout upbringing, Mehetabel begins to question the teachings of her church and the role of women in society. Her curiosity leads her to explore new ideas and beliefs, which ultimately leads to her being accused of heresy by the church.As Mehetabel struggles to reconcile her own beliefs with those of her community, she faces ostracism and persecution from those around her. The novel explores themes of religious intolerance, gender roles, and the struggle for individual freedom in a society that values conformity above all else.Through Mehetabel's journey, Slosson offers a critique of the narrow-mindedness and hypocrisy of traditional religious institutions, while also celebrating the power of individualism and the human spirit. The Heresy of Mehetabel Clark is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the challenges of living in a society that values conformity over individuality.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.