Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood by George MacDonald
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"Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood" by George MacDonald is a novel likely written in the late 19th century, reflecting the societal and spiritual challenges of the time. The story follows the experiences of a new vicar, who grapples with his role in a quaint parish while navigating his fears, hopes, and relationships with the townspeople, revealing the often complex and nuanced interactions between the clergy and their flock. The opening of the
novel introduces us to the vicar as he reflects on his own life and the responsibilities that come with his new position. He shares his feelings of doubt and despondency as he contemplates his suitability for the role while observing the rainy landscape around him. A pivotal moment occurs when he meets Old Rogers, a humble parishioner, whose frankness and honesty provide the vicar with a sense of connection and purpose amid his uncertainties. Through this encounter, the reader is drawn into the rich tapestry of village life and sets the stage for the vicar's journey of self-discovery, as he seeks to be an authentic and caring presence in his new community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | MacDonald, George, 1824-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood |
| Note | Sequel: The seaboard parish. |
| Credits | Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Country life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Vicars, Parochial -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5773 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-05773-6 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Aug 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 532 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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