The Cloister and the Hearth by Charles Reade

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Author Reade, Charles, 1814-1884
Title The Cloister and the Hearth
Alternate Title Subtitle: or, Maid, wife and widow: a matter-of-fact romance
Subtitle: a tale of the middle ages
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #38895
Note A small portion of this tale appeared in Once a Week, July-September, 1859, under the title of "A Good Fight."
Credits Produced by Neil McLachlan and David Widger
Summary "The Cloister and the Hearth" by Charles Reade is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century. The story is set in the 15th century and revolves around the lives of ordinary yet valiant individuals, particularly focusing on the characters Elias, a cloth merchant, and his son Gerard, whose artistic aspirations and familial responsibilities lead them on a poignant journey through love, ambition, and societal challenges. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Elias and Catherine, a couple living in Tergou, who are anxiously trying to provide for their numerous children while facing the realities of their modest means. The opening chapters detail the family's struggles and the weight of their responsibilities, particularly as their eldest son, Richart, expresses a desire to leave home for a merchant's life, a decision that deeply affects his family. The story further introduces Gerard, the youngest son, who is drawn to art and determined to pursue his talent as an illuminator, resulting in a mix of familial loyalty and the pursuit of personal dreams. As the plot unfolds, themes of love, ambition, and the hardships of common life during the Renaissance begin to surface, setting the stage for a rich exploration of character and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Middle Ages -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Netherlands -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1366
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 8, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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