Publisher's Synopsis
The Sister of Mercy: A Tale for the Times We Live In is a novel published in 1854 by Houlston and Stoneman Publisher. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who is raised in a wealthy family but becomes disillusioned with her privileged lifestyle. After witnessing the poverty and suffering of the working-class people in her community, Mary decides to become a Sister of Mercy and devote her life to helping those in need.As Mary works tirelessly to provide aid and comfort to the sick and destitute, she faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including opposition from her own family and the wider society. Despite these difficulties, Mary remains steadfast in her mission and ultimately becomes a beacon of hope and inspiration to those around her.The Sister of Mercy is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of social justice, compassion, and the transformative power of selflessness. Written in a vivid and compelling style, it offers a compelling portrait of life in 19th-century England and the struggles of those who sought to make a difference in a world plagued by poverty and inequality.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.
