God's Way, Man's Way: A Story Of Bristol (1885)

By Henrietta M.K. Brownell

Book Overview

God�������s Way, Man�������s Way: A Story Of Bristol (1885) is a historical novel written by Henrietta M. K. Brownell. The story is set in Bristol, a city in England, during the 17th century. The novel explores the clash between the Puritanical religious beliefs of the time and the more secular, humanistic values of the Renaissance. The plot follows the lives of two families: the Puritanical Willoughbys and the more worldly Fentons. The Willoughbys are devoutly religious and believe that God�������s will should guide all aspects of their lives. The Fentons, on the other hand, are more concerned with worldly success and pleasure. As the story unfolds, the two families become entangled in a series of events that test their faith and values. The Willoughbys struggle to maintain their piety in the face of temptation and adversity, while the Fentons must confront the consequences of their actions. Throughout the novel, Brownell explores themes of morality, faith, and the struggle between tradition and progress. The book also provides a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century Bristol, with its bustling markets, religious fervor, and political intrigue. Overall, God�������s Way, Man�������s Way: A Story Of Bristol is a thought-provoking and engaging historical novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of English 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: 1120287669
• ISBN13: 9781120287663
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"