Emily Sarah Holt

Broschiertes Buch

For the Master's Sake A Story of the Days of Queen Mary

Beschreibung

"For the Master's Sake: A Story of the Days of Queen Mary" by Emily Sarah Holt is a captivating work of historical fiction set in the tumultuous Tudor era. Holt skillfully navigates the religious persecution and political intrigue that characterized Queen Mary's reign, offering readers a gripping narrative of loyalty and conflict amidst the backdrop of the Protestant Reformation and the Counter-Reformation. Through vivid depictions of court drama and religious conflict, Holt brings to life the struggles faced by individuals torn between their beliefs and their loyalty to the English monarchy. The novel delves into the complexities of Catholicism and Protestantism during this period, shedding light on the religious tensions that gripped England. At its core, "For the Master's Sake" is a tale of unwavering faith and dedication, as characters navigate the treacherous waters of religious persecution in the name of their beliefs. Holt's Christian literature offers a compelling exploration of morality and conviction, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction seeking insight into this pivotal period in English history.

Autor

Emily Sarah Holt was an English author who lived from 1836 to 1893. She was born on April 25, 1836, in Stubbylee, Bacup, Lancashire. She was the oldest daughter of John Holt and Judith Mason of Greens, whose husband was a judge for Lancashire and the West Riding. She is said to have gone to school at Oxford. She got sick in late 1893 while she was in Harrogate and went to go live with her brother in Balham, London. She died there on Christmas Day. An obelisk marks the spot where she was buried in the Church of St. Saviour's, Bacup. Holt had written more than fifty books, most of them for kids. The BML catalogue lists 52 of Holt's books as historical stories, which is what most of her work is. Protestantism is a theme in Holt's work.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 64
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 94g
• ISBN-13: 9789362202642
• ISBN-10: 9362202646
• Artikelnr.: 70389982