Edwin And Alicia: Or The Infant Martyrs (1834)

By Miss S. Sherwood

Book Overview

Edwin and Alicia: Or The Infant Martyrs is a novel written by Miss S. Sherwood and published in 1834. The story follows the lives of two siblings, Edwin and Alicia, who are raised in a devout Christian household. Despite their young age, they exhibit a deep understanding and commitment to their faith.However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when their father is falsely accused of a crime and sent to prison. The family is left destitute and the children are taken in by a wealthy but cruel relative. Under his care, Edwin and Alicia are subjected to physical and emotional abuse, and are forbidden from practicing their religion.Despite the hardships they face, the children remain steadfast in their faith and refuse to renounce it. Their unwavering devotion ultimately leads to their tragic deaths, as they are martyred for their beliefs.The novel is a poignant exploration of the power of faith and the persecution faced by believers in a hostile world. It is also a commentary on the importance of family, as well as the dangers of greed and cruelty. Sherwood's writing is characterized by its moralistic tone and strong Christian themes, making it a popular work among religious readers in the 19th century.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: 1165333953
• ISBN13: 9781165333950
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"