The Pilgrimage Of Berenice, A Record Of Burnham Abbey

by Jane Porter and Anna Marie Porter

Book Overview

The Pilgrimage of Berenice is a historical novel written by Jane Porter. The story revolves around Berenice, a young woman who embarks on a spiritual journey to Burnham Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in England. The novel is set in the 12th century and portrays the religious and social customs of the time.Berenice is a noblewoman who is dissatisfied with her life and seeks a deeper meaning for her existence. She decides to undertake a pilgrimage to Burnham Abbey, where she hopes to find spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and obstacles, including bandits, illness, and personal doubts.As Berenice reaches the abbey, she is welcomed by the monks who guide her through the rituals and practices of their order. She learns about the importance of prayer, meditation, and self-discipline in achieving a closer relationship with God. Berenice also discovers the beauty of the natural world and the interconnectedness of all living beings.The novel is rich in historical detail and provides a vivid depiction of life in medieval England. It explores themes such as faith, love, and the search for meaning in life. The Pilgrimage of Berenice is a timeless tale of personal transformation and spiritual growth that will appeal to readers of all ages and backgrounds.THIS 464 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tales Around a Winter Hearth V2, by Jane Porter. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188574.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: 1425472516
• ISBN13: 9781425472511
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 2.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"