For Faith And Fatherland (1876) - Mary Bramston

For Faith and Fatherland is a historical novel written by Mary Bramston in 1876. The book is set in the 16th century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England and follows the story of a young Catholic girl named Muriel Fitzwilliam. Muriel is forced to flee her home after her father is accused of treason and she is taken in by a group of Jesuit priests who are plotting to overthrow the Protestant queen.As Muriel becomes more involved in the plot, she must navigate the dangerous political landscape of Elizabethan England while also struggling with her own religious beliefs. Along the way, she falls in love with a young Catholic nobleman named Francis Tregian, who is also involved in the plot against the queen.The novel is a vivid portrayal of the religious and political tensions of the time, as well as an exploration of the conflicts that arise when personal beliefs clash with loyalty to one's country. Bramston's writing is rich and detailed, immersing the reader in the world of Elizabethan England and bringing to life the characters and events of the period.Overall, For Faith and Fatherland is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period of English history.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.

EAN: 9781120621955