Helbeck Of Bannisdale V1

Helbeck of Bannisdale is a novel written by Mrs. Humphry Ward. It is the first volume in a two-part series. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Laura Fountain, a young woman who is torn between her strong religious beliefs and her growing love for a man named Alan Helbeck.Laura is the daughter of a wealthy Anglican clergyman who has instilled in her a deep devotion to the Church of England. She meets Alan Helbeck, a Catholic landowner, and is immediately drawn to him despite their religious differences. As their relationship deepens, Laura must confront the conflict between her love for Alan and her loyalty to her faith.The novel explores themes of faith, love, and social class. It also delves into the tensions between the Anglican and Catholic churches during the Victorian era. The characters are well-developed and the writing is engaging, making for a compelling read.Overall, Helbeck of Bannisdale V1 is a thought-provoking novel that examines the complexities of love and faith in a society that was deeply divided by religion and class.From that night onwards the relations between Helbeck and his sister's stepdaughter took another tone. He no longer went his own way, with no more than a vague consciousness that a curious and difficult girl was in the house; he watched her with increasing interest; he began to taste, as it were, the thorny charm that was her peculiar possession.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.