The Truce of God by Mary Roberts Rinehart
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"The Truce of God" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a historical novel set in the early 20th century. This work captures the essence of medieval life during a time when the Catholic Church enforced a temporary cessation of hostilities known as the Truce of God. The story revolves around themes of family, redemption, and the struggle between personal desires and societal expectations, primarily focusing on the character Charles the Fair and his
tumultuous relationship with his daughter Clotilde and his estranged wife. The narrative unfolds on Christmas Day and depicts how the Truce of God affects the lives of the characters. Charles the Fair, angry and disillusioned after the departure of his wife, expresses his bitterness through his treatment of his daughter. Meanwhile, Clotilde, yearning for her mother and wishing to soften her father's heart, embarks on an adventure with a boy known as the Fool. Their innocent journey ultimately leads to Clotilde's reunion with her mother, provoking a change in Charles as he comes to terms with his feelings and responsibilities. The story intricately weaves themes of compassion, the significance of family bonds, and the miraculous power of love, especially during the holiday season, culminating in a powerful moment of redemption for the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rinehart, Mary Roberts, 1876-1958 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Sichel, Harold, 1881-1948 |
| Title | The Truce of God |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Melissa Er-Raqabi, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 92.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14573 |
| Release Date | Jan 3, 2005 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 308 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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