Life in the Grey Nunnery at Montreal by Sarah J. Richardson
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| Author | Richardson, Sarah J., 1835- |
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| Title |
Life in the Grey Nunnery at Montreal An Authentic Narrative of the Horrors, Mysteries, and Cruelties of Convent Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Life in the Grey Nunnery at Montreal" by Sarah J. Richardson is a historical account composed in the mid-19th century. The narrative details the author’s harrowing experiences in a convent, characterized by horror, cruelty, and the oppressive conditions of convent life. Through Richardson's perspective as an escaped nun, the book likely explores themes of loss, suffering, and the struggle for personal autonomy against a backdrop of religious strictures and systemic abuse. At the start of the book, the author reflects on her early life, including her parents' tumultuous marriage and eventual separation, which leads to her being placed in a convent. The opening chapters detail her experiences as she is introduced to convent life, highlighting the almost prison-like conditions and the strict obedience required by the nuns. Through childhood innocence, she conveys her fear and trauma as she learns the rules of the nunnery and suffers severe punishments, painting a vivid picture of the emotional and physical hardships faced by many young girls forced into similar situations. The stage is set for a grim exploration of religious doctrine and personal identity as Richardson reveals the brutal realities of her confinement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Richardson, Sarah J., 1835- |
| Subject | Convents -- Québec (Province) -- Montréal -- Biography |
| Subject | Ex-nuns -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5734 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 24, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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