Publisher's Synopsis
St. Blasien's Maid: An Alsacian Idyl is a novel written by Winfield Lionel Scott and published in 1898. The story is set in the Alsace region of France and follows the life of a young woman named Marie-Anne, who works as a maid in the town of St. Blasien. Marie-Anne is a devout Catholic and is deeply committed to her faith. She is also a hard worker and is respected by her employers and fellow townspeople.The novel explores the themes of love, faith, and social class. Marie-Anne falls in love with a young man named Jean, who is from a wealthy family. Their love is forbidden due to their different social statuses, but they continue to see each other in secret. Meanwhile, Marie-Anne's faith is tested when she is accused of stealing from her employer. She maintains her innocence and relies on her faith to see her through the ordeal.Throughout the novel, Scott paints a vivid picture of life in Alsace, with its beautiful landscapes and rich cultural traditions. He also delves into the political tensions of the time, as Alsace was a contested region between France and Germany. The novel is a poignant portrayal of a young woman's struggle to navigate the complexities of love, faith, and social class in a changing world.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.
