Deborah's Diary

Deborah's Diary is a historical novel written by Anne Manning and published in 1858. It is a sequel to Mary Powell, which was also written by Manning. The novel is set in the 17th century and follows the life of Deborah, a young woman who marries a Puritan minister named John. The story is told through Deborah's diary entries, which chronicle her daily life and struggles as a wife and mother in a time of great religious and political upheaval.Throughout the novel, Deborah grapples with her own beliefs and desires, as well as the expectations placed upon her by her husband and society. She struggles to reconcile her love for John with her own doubts about the strict Puritan lifestyle he espouses. Meanwhile, she must navigate the dangerous political climate of the time, as civil war looms and religious tensions run high.Deborah's Diary is a richly detailed and vividly imagined portrait of life in 17th century England. Manning's prose is elegant and evocative, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of the era. The novel is also notable for its nuanced portrayal of a complex and multi-dimensional female protagonist, who defies the expectations of her time and struggles to find her own voice and identity. Overall, Deborah's Diary is a compelling and insightful work of historical fiction, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a tumultuous period in English history.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.