Publisher's Synopsis
""For Faith and Freedom"" is a novel written by Walter Besant and first published in 1900. The story is set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and follows the life of a young man named Richard Gardon. Richard is a Protestant who becomes involved in the struggle for religious freedom against the Catholic Church and the Spanish Armada.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and faith as Richard navigates the challenges of his time. He falls in love with a Catholic woman named Margaret, but their religious differences threaten to tear them apart. Richard also becomes a key player in the fight against the Spanish Armada, risking his life to defend his country and his beliefs.Besant, a prominent British writer and historian, uses his extensive knowledge of Elizabethan England to create a vivid and engaging portrayal of the era. ""For Faith and Freedom"" is a compelling historical novel that offers insight into the religious and political tensions of the time.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.
