The Woodcutter of Gutech by William Henry Giles Kingston

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Author Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Title The Woodcutter of Gutech
Note Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Woodcutter of Gutech" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a historical novel written during the mid- to late 19th century, reflecting the tumultuous early days of the Reformation. The book explores the struggle of ordinary people against the rising tide of religious oppression, specifically focusing on the Roman Church's attempts to keep the Bible from the hands of the masses. The narrative centers around a woodcutter, his family, and a traveling book hawker who introduces them to the scriptures and ignites their faith. The story unfolds as a traveler named Gottlieb Spena seeks refuge in the woodcutter's home, sharing with them Bibles and the principles of Christianity that had been suppressed by the Church. The woodcutter, Nicholas Moretz, along with his grandchildren, Karl and Meta, are drawn into the transformative power of these texts, ultimately leading to Moretz’s imprisonment for standing up against the local authorities. The narrative depicts their struggles, both against societal norms and personal challenges, interwoven with themes of faith, love, and the pursuit of truth. The climax brings tension between the peasants and the ruling class, ultimately resulting in battles fueled by the desire for freedom, underscoring the book's rich backdrop of religious reformation and social upheaval. Throughout the text, Kingston illustrates how access to knowledge can empower individuals to rise against tyranny while remaining anchored in their faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Reformation -- Germany -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Lumbermen -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Counter-Reformation -- Germany -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Germany -- History -- 1517-1648 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Black Forest (Germany) -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21486
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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