Publisher's Synopsis
The Society of the Sacred Heart is a historical novel written by Janet Erskine Stuart and originally published in 1914. The book tells the story of the Society of the Sacred Heart, a Catholic religious order founded in France in 1800 by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat. The novel follows the lives of several members of the Society, including the protagonist, Sister Philomene, as they navigate the challenges of religious life, including the tension between tradition and modernity, the struggle for social justice, and the demands of personal relationships. Stuart's vivid descriptions of the Society's daily life, from prayer and meditation to teaching and charitable work, offer readers a glimpse into the world of Catholic religious orders in the early 20th century. The Society of the Sacred Heart is a compelling and insightful novel that explores the complexities of faith, love, and community.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.
