Publisher's Synopsis
Salve Mater is a novel written by Frederick Joseph Kinsman and published in 1920. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is orphaned at a young age and sent to live with her uncle and aunt in a small English village. Mary is a bright and intelligent girl, but she struggles to fit in with her new family and the other villagers, who are suspicious of her Catholic faith.As Mary grows up, she becomes increasingly aware of the injustices and inequalities in the world around her, particularly those affecting women and the poor. She becomes involved in the suffragette movement and begins to question the role of religion in society.Despite facing opposition and persecution, Mary remains committed to her beliefs and works tirelessly to improve the lives of those around her. Along the way, she falls in love with a young man named John, who shares her passion for social justice and reform.Salve Mater is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of faith, love, and social justice. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.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.