Publisher's Synopsis
The Voice of Mercy is a novel written by Catherine Stone and was first published in 1884. The story is set in England during the 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mercy. Mercy is an orphan who has been raised by her uncle, a wealthy businessman who is more interested in his own affairs than in the well-being of his niece.As Mercy grows up, she becomes increasingly aware of the social injustices and inequalities that exist in her society. She is particularly disturbed by the mistreatment of women and children, and she decides to take action to help those who are suffering.Through her work with various charitable organizations, Mercy becomes known as a champion of the poor and disadvantaged. She also becomes involved in the suffragette movement, advocating for women's right to vote and other social reforms.However, Mercy's activism puts her in conflict with her uncle and other members of her family, who view her efforts as inappropriate and unbecoming of a young woman. Despite their objections, Mercy continues to fight for what she believes in, even when it means sacrificing her own happiness and security.The Voice of Mercy is a powerful and inspiring novel that explores themes of social justice, women's rights, and the importance of standing up for what is right. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
