Publisher's Synopsis
The Pastor's Fire-Side is a novel written by Jane Porter and published in 1832. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the lives of a group of characters, including the Reverend Dr. Barlow, his wife, and their children. The novel explores themes of family, love, and religion, as the characters navigate the challenges of their lives.The story begins with the arrival of a new curate, Mr. Howard, who quickly becomes a close friend of the Barlow family. As the novel progresses, the characters face a variety of trials and tribulations, including illness, financial difficulties, and romantic entanglements.Throughout the novel, Porter uses vivid descriptions and rich language to bring the characters and their world to life. She also includes a number of philosophical and religious discussions, as the characters grapple with questions of faith and morality.Overall, The Pastor's Fire-Side is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of a group of people in 18th century England.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.
