St. Giles's Of The Leper (1905)

By Edward Codrington William Grey

Book Overview

St. Giles's Of The Leper is a historical fiction novel written by Edward Codrington William Grey and first published in 1905. The story is set in medieval England and revolves around the life of a leper named Giles, who is banished from his village and forced to live in a leper colony. The novel explores the harsh realities of life for lepers during this time period, including the discrimination, isolation, and physical suffering they faced.The main character, Giles, is a kind and compassionate man who tries to make the best of his situation, despite the challenges he faces. He forms close bonds with his fellow lepers and becomes a respected member of the community. However, his peaceful existence is disrupted when a group of bandits attack the colony, threatening the safety and wellbeing of everyone there.As the story unfolds, Giles must use his wits and courage to protect his friends and fight against the bandits. Along the way, he also learns important lessons about love, loyalty, and the true meaning of friendship.Overall, St. Giles's Of The Leper is a moving and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of marginalized people in medieval England. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of compassion and community in the face of adversity.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: 1164893874
• ISBN13: 9781164893875
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"