The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade
A Tale of the Middle Ages
Set in the 15th century, this historical novel tells the story of a young Dutch artist named Gerard Eliassoen, who abandons his lover, Margaret, and their children to become a Dominican friar, while she, believing him dead, becomes a nun. The narrative follows Gerard's adventures across Europe, his struggles with his faith, and his eventual reunion with Margaret. The novel explores themes of love, faith, and duty, and provides a vivid depiction of medieval life.
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- Published
- 1861
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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- Fifty Representative Historical Novels (Jonathan Nield, 1925) (A Guide to the Best Historical Novels and Tales by Jonathan Nield)
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