ISBN: 9780259200451 - The Carpenter of Rouen, or the Secret Order of the Confrérie: A Dramatic Tale (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an enthralling period piece, follows the lives of various characters caught in the dangerous web of religious strife in 16th-century France. Set against the backdrop of the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, the book explores how this tumultuous era affected the lives of ordinary people: the oppressed Huguenots and those loyal to the Catholic Church. At the heart of the story is the rivalry between a powerful duke and a humble carpenter, whose conflict mirrors the larger struggle between the two faiths. The author delves into the complexities of religious persecution, exploring the motivations of both sides, as well as the personal sacrifices made in the name of belief. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced and thought-provoking examination of the consequences of religious extremism and the power of individual resistance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…