The Young Parson (1863)

By Peter Seibert Davis

Book Overview

The Young Parson, written by Peter Seibert Davis in 1863, is a novel that follows the story of a young man named Edward Graham who becomes a parson in a small town. As he navigates his new role, he faces challenges and learns valuable lessons about love, faith, and the complexities of human relationships.Edward is a kind and compassionate man who genuinely cares for his congregation. He quickly becomes popular among the townspeople, but his newfound fame comes with its own set of problems. He is courted by several eligible women, including the daughter of a wealthy landowner and a young woman from a poor family. Edward must navigate his feelings and societal expectations as he tries to find his place in the world.Throughout the novel, Edward also grapples with his faith and the meaning of his calling as a parson. He is challenged by the actions of his fellow clergymen and must reconcile his beliefs with the actions of those around him. He also faces criticism from members of his congregation who do not agree with his teachings.The Young Parson is a thoughtful and introspective novel that explores themes of love, faith, and morality. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or exploring the complexities of human relationships.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: 1165161079
• ISBN13: 9781165161072
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"