By Right Divine (1907)

By William Sage

Book Overview

By Right Divine is a historical fiction novel written by William Sage and published in 1907. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a young man named Richard Fairfax who is the heir to an English estate. Richard is a devout Anglican and believes that his family's wealth and status are a result of God's divine will. However, his beliefs are challenged when he falls in love with a Catholic woman named Margaret.As Richard's relationship with Margaret deepens, he begins to question his own beliefs and the religious intolerance of his society. He becomes increasingly aware of the persecution that Catholics face in England and starts to sympathize with their plight. This puts him at odds with his family and the wider community, who view Catholics as traitors and enemies of the state.The novel explores themes of love, faith, and religious tolerance in a time of political and religious turmoil. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century England, including the social and political structures of the time. By Right Divine is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in history.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: 1164593986
• ISBN13: 9781164593980
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"