In The Penitentes of San Rafael, a gripping historical novel unfolds in the San Luis Valley, where faith collides with fear and a town's fate hangs in the balance.
This vivid tale follows a clash between local religious fervor and a regiment of soldiers, capturing the tense moments at a parish, its procession, and the dramatic aftermath. Through a tapestry of devoted priests, fierce communities, and stubborn loyalties, readers glimpse the costs of belief, courage, and sacrifice on a frontier that tests every heart.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction that blends danger, devotion, and human resilience.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader into the heart of the American West, where the rugged landscape mirrors the clash of cultures and beliefs that defined the region. We are introduced to a diverse cast of characters - from a young traveler unwittingly thrust into a deadly conflict, to a devout priest seeking to reconcile faith and violence, to the enigmatic Penitentes, a group shrouded in mystery and intrigue. The book explores the complex realities of religious fervor and its potential for both good and evil, particularly in the context of the American West. The author crafts a narrative that delves into the dark underbelly of the Penitentesââ ⢠practices, contrasting their extreme devotion with the more mainstream Catholicism, and raises questions about the boundaries of faith and the dangers of fanaticism. This book offers a vivid and thought-provoking glimpse into the complex world of faith and violence in the American West, offering a nuanced perspective on a little-known chapter of American history. 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 9781330484074_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330484074
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330484074
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 392 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.89 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk133048407X
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Vendeur : moluna, Greven, Allemagne
Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Penitentes of San Rafael: A Tale of the San Luis ValleyT a branching of the heavy sand road the A young rider made toward a brown spot that might promise shade. He was rid ing down from the hills, where he. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147766258
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