Sheer Off: A Tale (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. L. O. E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267419058 ISBN 13: 9780267419050

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

In Sheer Off: A Tale, a warm village story unfolds around a one-armed schoolmaster, his wife Persis, and a lively parish community.

This edition centers on everyday life in Colme, where faith, friendship, and honest work shape the lives of Ned Franks, his family, and their neighbors. Through moments of joy, doubt, and forgiveness, the tale explores how a small village handles praise, misfortune, and the call to do right.

Step into a scene of bells, baptism, and social ties as Ned’s simple generosity and earnest faith test and strengthen bonds among villagers. The story balances humor with quiet tenderness as characters navigate pride, duty, and the hope of a peaceful life together.

• A vivid look at village life through the eyes of a devoted, one-armed teacher and his loving wife.
• Interactions among neighbors that reveal loyalty, conflict, and the power of community support.
• Moments of celebration and moral reflection, including a christening that brings people together.
• Themes of honesty, repentance, and the meaning of true strength in ordinary moments.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical village fiction with heart, faith, and everyday courage.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267419058
• ISBN 13: 9780267419050
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 392