The Washingtons: A Tale of a Country Parish in the 17th Century Based on Authentic Documents (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Nassau Simpkinson

 
9780267628766: The Washingtons: A Tale of a Country Parish in the 17th Century Based on Authentic Documents (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A moving, character-driven tale of faith, loss, and ordinary life in a 17th‑century parish.

Set in Brington and its surrounding countryside, this historical novel follows a close-knit community as devotion, hardship, and grief shape every day. Through Amy and Elizabeth Marson, readers glimpse how love, regret, and trust can sustain people when tragedy comes hard.

  • Rich period detail and village life, from church records to everyday work, bring the era to life.
  • Intimate scenes of mourning, spiritual reflection, and small acts of comfort illuminate grace under pressure.
  • Compelling relationships unfold against a backdrop of family duty, social bonds, and personal growth.
  • The tale blends personal stakes with a sense of place, inviting readers to weigh forgiveness, loyalty, and faith.
Ideal for readers who enjoy atmospheric historical fiction rooted in community, family ties, and quiet moral questions.

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