The Scourge Of God A Romance Of Religious Persecution
By:John Bloundelle-Burton Published By:Double9 Books
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The Scourge Of God A Romance Of Religious Persecution
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The scourge of god: A romance of religious persecution is a story that examines the turbulent intersection of faith, inheritance and personal conviction during periods of sectarian violence. A young man's journey to claim his familial legacy becomes entangled with dangerous religious divisions, forcing him to confront unexpected moral complexities. The narrative contrasts the obligations of wealth with the perils of spiritual allegiance, as inherited privilege clashes with emerging conscience. Historical tensions between Catholic and Protestant factions provide constant backdrop to the protagonist's evolving understanding of justice. Lavish aristocratic settings alternate with scenes of underground religious persecution, revealing society's stark contrasts. The work explores how personal identity transforms when challenged by external conflicts, particularly when material security conflicts with ethical awakening. Period details of clothing, architecture and social customs ground the dramatic tensions in historical authenticity. Through escalating dangers and shifting allegiances, the story questions whether individual integrity can survive institutional oppression.
John Edward Bloundelle-Burton was an English novelist born around 1850 and passed away on December 11, 1917. He began his career as a journalist, working for The London Standard, before transitioning to writing novels in 1885. Over the course of his career, he published a total of 60 works, which include a variety of historical novels and tales of adventure. His works often explored themes of moral conflict, personal identity, and historical events. Some of his notable books include The Silent Shore (1886), Desert Ship (1890), Denounced (1896), and A Bitter Heritage (1899). His novels were well-received during his time, but today he is often regarded as a somewhat forgotten author of late Victorian and Edwardian literature. Despite this, his contributions to historical fiction, particularly his vivid storytelling and engagement with past events, remain part of his literary legacy. Bloundelle-Burton’s writings provided readers with a mix of adventure, drama, and moral dilemmas, showcasing his skills in crafting engaging narratives. His influence can be traced in the works of later authors within the genre of historical fiction. He was the son of Edward Bloundelle and Burton.
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