Excerpt from Sampson Rideout, Quaker
But true it was; the horse was stolen from the magisterial stable itself, from right under the nose of the stable dog, if not Of some two - legged guardian. Mr. Belor shot the dog (rather un handily, firearms not being much in his way), and gave all two - legged things belonging to the premises some cause to regret the day they were born - that is, all except Old John Hobby, who did not easily regret anything except an insuffi ciency Of beer, and who had, besides, the favour of madam. Mr. Belor vented his spleen on the others and on the dog, which was scarcely fair at least, to the dog, ' for he must have thought the thief his friend; and, since dogs make no mistakes in their friends, he doubtless really was a friend Of dogs. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This enthralling historical novel delves into the adventures of Darry Leven, a notorious yet enigmatic figure from the annals of 18th-century England. The author deftly weaves together tales of daring escapades, encounters with the law, and the complexities of love and loyalty. Set against a backdrop of social unrest and religious persecution, the book explores the clash between justice and revenge, and the power of compassion in the face of adversity. Through the eyes of Darry Leven, the reader gains insights into the lives of Quakers, Justices, and the common folk of the time, drawing parallels between their struggles and the challenges we face today. The novel's vivid depiction of the era, its vibrant characters, and their intertwined destinies offer a captivating read for lovers of historical fiction. Ultimately, this book celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, the transformative power of forgiveness, and the enduring search for justice in an imperfect world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330157343_0
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