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Ayton Priory: Or The Restored Monastery (1843)

Ayton Priory: Or The Restored Monastery (1843)

Neale, John Mason

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ISBN10: 1165269511
ISBN13: 9781165269518
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ayton Priory: Or The Restored Monastery is a historical novel written by John Mason Neale and published in 1843. The story is set in the early 16th century and follows the restoration of Ayton Priory, a monastery in Yorkshire, England. The novel tells the story of the Prior, Father Oswald, and his efforts to rebuild the monastery after it had fallen into disrepair.The novel is divided into two parts. The first part describes the state of the monastery before the restoration and the challenges faced by Father Oswald in raising funds and recruiting new monks. The second part focuses on the restoration itself, as the monks work to rebuild the priory and establish a new community.Throughout the novel, Neale provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of life in a medieval monastery, including the daily routines, religious practices, and the relationships between the monks. He also explores the themes of faith, redemption, and the power of community.Ayton Priory: Or The Restored Monastery is a fascinating and engaging historical novel that provides a glimpse into the world of medieval monasticism. Neale's vivid descriptions and attention to detail make the story come alive, and his exploration of the themes of faith and community make this a timeless classic.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.

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