Robert Elsmere BOOK III - Ward, Humphry
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"Robert Elsmere BOOK III" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a quintessential Victorian literary masterpiece, blending religious fiction with profound social commentary. The narrative revolves around Robert Elsmere, a clergyman facing a faith crisis amidst the backdrop of Victorian Christianity. Ward skillfully delves into themes of religious skepticism, intellectualism, and moral dilemmas, as Elsmere grapples with his beliefs and navigates the complexities of social reform. Set within the historical context of Victorian England, Ward intricately weaves together a tale of religious conversion and…mehr

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"Robert Elsmere BOOK III" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a quintessential Victorian literary masterpiece, blending religious fiction with profound social commentary. The narrative revolves around Robert Elsmere, a clergyman facing a faith crisis amidst the backdrop of Victorian Christianity. Ward skillfully delves into themes of religious skepticism, intellectualism, and moral dilemmas, as Elsmere grapples with his beliefs and navigates the complexities of social reform. Set within the historical context of Victorian England, Ward intricately weaves together a tale of religious conversion and character development. Through Elsmere's journey, readers are drawn into a world where Christianity intersects with the intellectual currents of the time, prompting reflection on timeless questions of faith and doubt. As a historical novel, "Robert Elsmere BOOK III" offers a window into the social and religious dynamics of Victorian society, shedding light on the tensions between tradition and modernity. Ward's meticulous attention to detail and rich character development captivate readers, inviting them to ponder the broader implications of Elsmere's personal struggles within the larger fabric of societal change. In essence, this book is a compelling exploration of faith, doubt, and the quest for truth, making it a cornerstone of Victorian religious fiction and a testament to Mrs. Humphry Ward's literary prowess.
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Mary Augusta Ward CBE was a British author who lived from June 11, 1851, to March 24, 1920. She wrote under her married name, Mrs. Humphry Ward. Setting up a Settlement in London to help poor people get better schooling was one way she did this. In 1908, she became the first President of the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League. Mary Augusta Arnold was born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. She came from a well-known family of writers and educators. Mary was the daughter of Julia Sorell and Tom Arnold, who taught literature. William Thomas Arnold was a writer and journalist, Ethel Arnold worked for women's right to vote, and Julia Huxley started Prior's Field School for Girls in 1902 and married Leonard Huxley. Their sons were Julian and Aldous Huxley. It was important for British intellectual life to have people like the Arnolds and the Huxleys. Author Matthew Arnold was her uncle, and Thomas Arnold, the famous headmaster of Rugby School, was her grandpa. Tom Arnold, Mary's father, was made head of schools in Van Diemen's Land, which is now Tasmania. He started his job on January 15, 1850.