Publisher's Synopsis
The Cloister and the Hearth V2: A Tale of the Middle Ages; The Autobiography of a Thief is a novel written by Charles Reade and published in 1899. The book follows the story of Gerard Eliassoen, a young man who leaves his home in Holland to pursue his dream of becoming a scholar. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful girl named Margaret, but their love is challenged by a series of obstacles, including Margaret's father, who disapproves of their relationship.Set in the Middle Ages, the novel is rich in historical detail and provides a vivid portrayal of life during this time period. The book also features a second story, the autobiography of a thief, which provides a contrast to Gerard's story and offers a unique perspective on the society of the time.Overall, The Cloister and the Hearth V2: A Tale of the Middle Ages; The Autobiography of a Thief is a compelling novel that explores themes of love, family, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the Middle Ages.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.
