The Scourge of God: A Romance of Religious Persecution: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Scourge of God: A Romance of Religious Persecution is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bloundelle-Burton, John (1850–1917).
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"The Scourge of God: A Romance of Religious Persecution" by John Bloundelle-Burton is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds during a tumultuous time marked by religious persecution and personal conflict, focusing on the complex relationships and struggles of its characters. Central to the narrative is Martin Ashurst, the nephew of Madame la Princesse de Rochebazon, who finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and moral dilemmas as he navigates love, legacy, and faith. At the start of the book, we witness the death of the Princesse de Rochebazon, a high-ranking noblewoman, as she prepares to pass on her legacy while grappling with the burdens of her life's decisions. The opening chapters introduce Martin Ashurst, who has traveled from England to Paris, feeling a mix of trepidation and duty as he inherits his aunt’s fortune and is thrust into a tumultuous world of religious and political strife. As he arrives, he learns of hidden family secrets that could alter his understanding of his inheritance and identity. The narrative sets the stage for a gripping exploration of family honor, religious conflict, and the quest for truth amidst a backdrop of societal turmoil.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Scourge of God: A Romance of Religious Persecution
- Author credits: Bloundelle-Burton, John (1850–1917)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- France -- History -- Insurrection of the Camisards, 1702-1710 -- Fiction
- France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 -- Fiction
- Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
- Persecution -- Fiction
- Religious fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Romance
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