Waverley Abbey

Waverley Abbey is a novel by British author Harold Brakspear. The story is set in the 19th century and is centered around the titular Waverley Abbey, a Cistercian monastery located in Surrey, England. The novel follows the lives of the monks who inhabit the abbey and the various conflicts and challenges they face. The main character is Father Ambrose, a wise and respected monk who is tasked with overseeing the daily operations of the abbey. As the story unfolds, Father Ambrose must navigate a series of crises, including a financial crisis that threatens the very existence of the abbey, as well as a conflict with a neighboring landowner who seeks to take control of the abbey's land. Along the way, Father Ambrose is aided by a cast of supporting characters, including Brother Anselm, a young monk who is struggling to find his place within the abbey, and Lady Rosamund, a wealthy benefactor who becomes involved with the abbey's affairs. Waverley Abbey is a richly detailed and atmospheric novel that offers a vivid portrayal of monastic life in 19th century England. Brakspear's prose is elegant and evocative, and his characters are fully realized and engaging. The novel offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and is sure to appeal to fans of historical fiction and religious literature.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.