A Winnowing (1910)

A Winnowing is a novel written by Robert Hugh Benson and published in 1910. The story is set in England and follows the life of a young man named Francis Sales who is struggling to find his place in the world. Francis is a devout Catholic and is torn between his faith and his desire for worldly success. He is also deeply in love with a woman named Joan, but their relationship is complicated by their different religious beliefs.As Francis tries to navigate his way through life, he is faced with a series of challenges that test his faith and his resolve. He is forced to confront the harsh realities of poverty and social injustice, and he must make difficult choices about his own future and the future of those he loves.Throughout the novel, Benson explores themes of faith, love, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. He also offers a stark critique of the social and economic conditions of early 20th century England, highlighting the struggles of the working class and the need for reform.Overall, A Winnowing is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a powerful meditation on the human condition and the challenges of living a meaningful life.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.