| Author |
Maclaren, Ian, 1850-1907 |
| Illustrator |
Boyd, A. S. (Alexander Stuart), 1854-1930 |
| Title |
Rabbi Saunderson
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Rabbi Saunderson" by Ian Maclaren is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. The book centers around Jeremiah Saunderson, a learned but socially awkward minister navigating his responsibilities and the relationships within a Scottish parish, Kilbogie. The story appears to explore themes of faith, community, and the personal struggles of a man deeply committed to his scholarly pursuits yet challenged by the demands of his vocation and human connections. The opening of the book introduces us to Jeremiah Saunderson, who has faced years of rejection in his quest for a ministerial position despite being a brilliant scholar. After finally being called to the Free Church of Kilbogie, he arrives with a strong intellectual background yet is somewhat socially inept. The narrative describes his unorthodox manner of sermon delivery that baffles and intrigues his congregation while highlighting his eccentricities, such as his obsession with books over practical needs. Through interactions with townsfolk, it becomes clear that Saunderson is both respected and challenged, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his character and the dynamics of parish life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18063 |
| Release Date |
Mar 28, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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