The Story Of The New Priest In Conception Bay V1-2 (1864)

By Robert Lowell

Book Overview

The Story Of The New Priest In Conception Bay V1-2 is a two-volume historical novel written by Robert Lowell in 1864. The story is set in Conception Bay, a small town in Newfoundland, Canada, during the mid-19th century. The novel follows the arrival of a new priest, Father Darcy, who is sent to replace the previous priest, Father O'Flynn, who has passed away. As Father Darcy settles into his new role, he becomes involved in the lives of the townspeople, including the wealthy merchant Mr. Grant, the young and beautiful Mary O'Brien, and the troubled young man, Michael. Throughout the novel, Father Darcy faces many challenges, both personal and professional, as he attempts to navigate the complex social and religious dynamics of the town. The novel is a reflection on the role of religion in society, as well as a commentary on the cultural and political tensions of the time. Lowell's writing style is descriptive and engaging, capturing the beauty of the Newfoundland landscape and the intricacies of human relationships. The Story Of The New Priest In Conception Bay V1-2 is a timeless tale of love, faith, and redemption, and remains a classic of Canadian literature.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: 110466772X
• ISBN13: 9781104667726
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"