A Beleaguered City: Being a Narrative of Certain Recent Events in the City of Semur, in the Department of the Haute Bourgogne. A Story of the Seen and the Unseen: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
A Beleaguered City: Being a Narrative of Certain Recent Events in the City of Semur, in the Department of the Haute Bourgogne. A Story of the Seen and the Unseen: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
A Beleaguered City: Being a Narrative of Certain Recent Events in the City of Semur, in the Department of the Haute Bourgogne. A Story of the Seen and the Unseen is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret) (1828–1897).
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"A Beleaguered City" by Mrs. Oliphant is a narrative novel set in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the small French town of Semur, where the main character, Martin Dupin, serves as the mayor. The narrative explores themes of faith, materialism, and the conflict between the seen and unseen, hinting at the townspeople's spiritual struggles and the impact of societal change amidst a backdrop of supernatural occurrences. The opening of the book introduces Martin Dupin, who reflects on his duties as mayor and the moral fabric of his community. It begins with a seemingly mundane summer evening marred by a dark, ominous event that plunges the town into darkness, inciting concern and suspicion among its citizens. As Dupin contemplates the changes in public sentiment towards money and material wealth, he witnesses interactions that reveal a growing disregard for traditional values and religious beliefs. These events set the stage for the extraordinary occurrences that will challenge the townspeople, forcing them to confront their beliefs and the unseen forces at play in their lives.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Beleaguered City: Being a Narrative of Certain Recent Events in the City of Semur, in the Department of the Haute Bourgogne. A Story of the Seen and the Unseen
- Author credits: Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret) (1828–1897)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Burgundy (France) -- Fiction
- Fantasy fiction, English
- Paranormal fiction
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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