The Fate Of Castle Lowengard: A Story Of The Days Of Luther (1884)

By Esmè Stuart

Book Overview

The Fate of Castle Lowengard: A Story of the Days of Luther is a historical novel written by Esme Stuart in 1884. The novel is set in the 16th century during the time of the Protestant Reformation and follows the story of a young woman named Gertrude, who is the daughter of the lord of Castle Lowengard. Gertrude is a devout Catholic and is betrothed to a young nobleman who is also a Catholic. However, when the Protestant teachings of Martin Luther begin to spread throughout Germany, Gertrude's world is turned upside down.As the Reformation gains momentum, Gertrude's father becomes a staunch supporter of Luther's teachings and converts to Protestantism. This creates a rift between Gertrude and her father, as she remains loyal to the Catholic Church. Meanwhile, Gertrude's betrothed also becomes a supporter of Luther and breaks off their engagement, leaving Gertrude heartbroken.As tensions between Catholics and Protestants escalate, Castle Lowengard becomes a target for attack. Gertrude must navigate the dangerous political landscape of the time and make difficult choices to protect herself and her family. Along the way, she meets a young Protestant man who challenges her beliefs and forces her to question everything she has been taught.The Fate of Castle Lowengard is a gripping tale of love, faith, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in European history. Stuart's vivid descriptions of life in 16th century Germany and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Reformation.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: 1104912953
• ISBN13: 9781104912956
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"