A Jesuit In The Family: A Tale (1847)

by Andrew Steinmetz

Book Overview

""A Jesuit In The Family: A Tale"" is a novel written by Andrew Steinmetz and first published in 1847. The story revolves around the Jesuit order and the impact it has on a family. The protagonist, Francis Arden, is a young man who is torn between his loyalty to his family, his love for a young woman, and his desire to become a Jesuit priest. The novel explores the tensions between the Catholic Church and Protestantism, as well as the conflicts that arise within families when members have differing religious beliefs. The narrative is set against the backdrop of mid-19th century England, a time of great social and political upheaval.Steinmetz's writing style is engaging, with vivid descriptions of characters and settings that bring the story to life. He also delves into the psychological motivations of his characters, adding depth and complexity to the plot.Overall, ""A Jesuit In The Family: A Tale"" is a thought-provoking novel that explores the themes of faith, family, and identity in a compelling and nuanced way. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, religious studies, or the human experience.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164533703
• ISBN13: 9781164533702
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"