The Curate Of Wildmere V1: A Novel (1847)

By Thomas Cautley Newby Publisher

Book Overview

The Curate of Wildmere V1: A Novel is a literary work written by Thomas Cautley Newby and published in 1847. The book is a fictional narrative that follows the story of the titular character, a young curate named Arthur Howard, who is sent to the rural village of Wildmere to serve as the vicar's assistant. As he adjusts to his new surroundings, Arthur becomes enamored with the beauty of the countryside and the simple way of life of its inhabitants. However, his idyllic existence is disrupted when he falls in love with the daughter of a wealthy landowner, who is engaged to another man. Arthur must navigate the complexities of love, social class, and religious duty as he struggles to reconcile his feelings with his responsibilities as a clergyman. The novel is a reflection of the Victorian era's social norms and values, exploring themes of morality, duty, and the conflict between personal desires and societal expectations. The book's prose is characterized by its descriptive language and vivid imagery, immersing readers in the pastoral landscape of Wildmere. Overall, The Curate of Wildmere V1: A Novel is a compelling work of fiction that offers a glimpse into the lives of rural communities in 19th century England, while also exploring timeless themes of love and morality.In Three Volumes.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: 1437320775
• ISBN13: 9781437320770
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"