A Strange Pilgrimage: A Novel (1888)

By Jeannette Ritchie Walworth and Jeannette Ritchie Hadermann Walworth

Book Overview

A Strange Pilgrimage is a novel written by Jeannette H. Walworth and published in 1888. The story follows a young woman named Ruth who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Ruth is raised in a strict religious household and is expected to marry a man chosen by her parents. However, she rebels against this path and sets out on a pilgrimage to find her own way.As Ruth travels through various towns and encounters different people, she begins to question her beliefs and the world around her. She meets a range of characters, including a group of traveling actors, a wealthy businessman, and a young man who becomes her love interest.Throughout her journey, Ruth grapples with her faith and the expectations placed upon her by society. She also confronts the harsh realities of life, including poverty and injustice. Ultimately, Ruth must decide whether to return to her old life or continue on her journey towards self-discovery and spiritual fulfillment.A Strange Pilgrimage is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of religion, identity, and social norms. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century and the importance of individuality and self-expression.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: 116390452X
• ISBN13: 9781163904527
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"