Publisher's Synopsis
""A Tale of a Lonely Parish"" is a novel written by F. Marion Crawford that tells the story of a small English village called Bryngower. The parish is isolated and the inhabitants lead quiet and uneventful lives. The story centers around the village rector, Mr. Pennant, who is a kind and compassionate man that is well-liked by his parishioners. The novel begins with the arrival of a new resident, Miss Gascoigne, who is a wealthy and eccentric woman that has inherited a large estate in the village. She quickly becomes the talk of the town and her arrival sets off a chain of events that disrupts the peaceful existence of the village. As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters that are both interesting and complex. There is the village doctor, Mr. Challenor, who is a man of science and reason, and the local squire, Sir Gilbert, who is a wealthy landowner that is struggling to maintain his position in society. Throughout the novel, the reader is taken on a journey through the lives of the villagers and the various challenges they face. From love affairs to family disputes, the story is full of drama and intrigue. In the end, ""A Tale of a Lonely Parish"" is a heartwarming story about the power of community and the importance of human connection. It is a timeless tale that reminds us of the joys and struggles of life in a small village and the enduring power of friendship and love.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
