Pearls Re-Strung

Pearls Re-Strung: Stories From The Apocrypha is a book written by Matilda Anne Mackarness in 1878. The book is a collection of stories that are based on the Apocrypha, which is a collection of biblical texts that are not included in the standard Christian Bible. The stories in Pearls Re-Strung are retellings of some of the most famous stories from the Apocrypha, including the story of Tobit, the story of Susanna and the Elders, and the story of Bel and the Dragon. Mackarness's retellings of these stories are written in a style that is both accessible and engaging, making them perfect for readers of all ages. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different story. Each chapter begins with an introduction that provides some background information on the story, followed by the retelling of the story itself. Throughout the book, Mackarness emphasizes the moral lessons that can be learned from these stories. She highlights the importance of faith, trust, and perseverance, and encourages readers to apply the lessons of the Apocrypha to their own lives. Overall, Pearls Re-Strung: Stories From The Apocrypha is a fascinating and thought-provoking book that offers readers a unique perspective on some of the most important stories in the Christian tradition.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.