Publisher's Synopsis
Puritan And Pagan is a novel written by Elizabeth Frances Corbett and published in 1920. The book is set in the early 17th century in the Massachusetts Bay Colony and follows the story of two women, one a Puritan and the other a Pagan. The Puritan, Priscilla, is a young woman who is deeply committed to her faith and follows the strict rules and regulations of her community. The Pagan, Elinor, is a free-spirited woman who lives in the woods and practices ancient pagan rituals.The two women are brought together when Elinor is accused of witchcraft by the Puritan community. Priscilla, who is initially suspicious of Elinor, begins to question her own beliefs and the strict rules of her community as she gets to know Elinor better. As the two women become friends, they begin to understand and appreciate each other's beliefs and ways of life.The novel explores themes of tolerance, acceptance, and the clash of different belief systems. It also portrays the harsh realities of life in the early colonies, where accusations of witchcraft and other crimes could lead to severe punishment.Overall, Puritan And Pagan is a thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the early history of America and the clash of different belief systems.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.
