Sir Percival

Sir Percival: A Story Of The Past And Of The Present (1887) is a novel written by Joseph Henry Shorthouse. The story revolves around the life of Sir Percival, a wealthy and respected English baronet who lives in the present day. However, the novel also explores the past of Sir Percival's family, particularly his ancestor, who was a knight during the medieval period. The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Sir Percival's present-day life. He is a man of great wealth and privilege, but he is also haunted by a sense of emptiness and dissatisfaction. He is drawn to a young woman named Margaret, who is deeply spiritual and seems to offer him a sense of purpose and meaning in life. The second part of the novel delves into the past, exploring the life of Sir Percival's ancestor, who lived during the time of the Crusades. The story follows the knight's journey to the Holy Land, where he is forced to confront the horrors of war and the complexities of faith. Throughout the novel, Shorthouse explores themes of spirituality, morality, and the search for meaning in life. He also offers a nuanced portrayal of the relationship between the past and the present, showing how the actions of our ancestors can continue to shape our lives and our sense of identity. Overall, Sir Percival: A Story Of The Past And Of The Present is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the complexities of human experience.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.