The Tyranny Of Faith: A Story Of Courland
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ISBN10: 1163103195
ISBN13: 9781163103197
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163103197
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Tyranny of Faith: A Story of Courland by Carl Joubert is a historical fiction novel set in the 17th century. The story takes place in Courland, a small duchy located in present-day Latvia. The novel follows the life of a young man named Janis, who is born into a family of peasants. Janis is a curious and intelligent boy who dreams of a better life. He is fascinated by the world outside of Courland and longs to explore it.However, Janis' dreams are shattered when he is forced to become a priest against his will. The Church in Courland is powerful and corrupt, and Janis finds himself trapped in a world of hypocrisy and oppression. As he struggles to come to terms with his new life, Janis begins to question his faith and the role of the Church in society.The novel is a powerful critique of religious tyranny and the abuse of power by those in authority. It explores themes of freedom, justice, and the struggle for self-determination. The author paints a vivid picture of life in 17th century Courland, with its lush landscapes, vibrant culture, and complex social dynamics.Overall, The Tyranny of Faith is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, political thrillers, and stories of personal growth and transformation.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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