Publisher's Synopsis
The Two Vocations Or The Sisters Of Mercy At Home: A Tale (1853) is a novel written by Elizabeth Charles. The story revolves around two sisters, Alice and Edith, who have different aspirations in life. Alice wants to become a Sister of Mercy and serve the poor and sick, while Edith desires to marry and start a family. As the sisters grow older, Alice pursues her dream and becomes a Sister of Mercy, while Edith marries and has children. However, both sisters face challenges and difficulties in their chosen paths. Alice struggles with the demands of her vocation, while Edith faces financial difficulties and the loss of her husband.Throughout the novel, Charles explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and the importance of following one's calling in life. The novel also provides a glimpse into the lives of the Sisters of Mercy and their work in caring for the sick and poor.Overall, The Two Vocations Or The Sisters Of Mercy At Home: A Tale is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers insights into the lives of women in the 19th century and their struggles to find meaning and purpose in their lives.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.
