Publisher's Synopsis
The Minor Canon is a novel written by Gerald Beresford Fitzgerald and first published in 1900. The story is set in the fictional town of Salchester, where a young and inexperienced clergyman named Ernest Clifford is appointed as the new Minor Canon. Ernest is initially excited about his new role, but soon realizes that his duties are far from glamorous.As he struggles to adjust to his new life, Ernest becomes involved in a number of local disputes and scandals. He also falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Alice, who is engaged to another man. Ernest's attempts to win Alice's heart are complicated by the fact that he is a clergyman and must adhere to strict moral codes.The novel explores themes of love, duty, and morality, and provides a vivid portrayal of life in a small English town at the turn of the 20th century. Fitzgerald's writing is characterized by its wit and humor, as well as its sharp social commentary.Overall, The Minor Canon is a charming and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for fans of classic English literature and anyone who enjoys a good story about love, morality, and the human condition.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.
