The Struggle In Ferrara: A Story Of The Reformation In Italy is a historical novel written by William Gilbert and first published in 1871. The book is set in the 16th century during the height of the Protestant Reformation in Europe. It tells the story of a group of Protestant reformers in Ferrara, Italy who are struggling to spread their beliefs and teachings in a city that is staunchly Catholic.The main character of the book is a young Protestant reformer named Giulio, who is passionate about spreading the teachings of ...
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The Struggle In Ferrara: A Story Of The Reformation In Italy is a historical novel written by William Gilbert and first published in 1871. The book is set in the 16th century during the height of the Protestant Reformation in Europe. It tells the story of a group of Protestant reformers in Ferrara, Italy who are struggling to spread their beliefs and teachings in a city that is staunchly Catholic.The main character of the book is a young Protestant reformer named Giulio, who is passionate about spreading the teachings of the Bible and challenging the authority of the Catholic Church. He is joined by a group of like-minded individuals, including a wealthy merchant named Francesco and a young woman named Lucia.As they begin to gain followers and attract attention from the authorities, Giulio and his companions are faced with persecution and opposition from the Catholic Church and its supporters. They are forced to navigate a dangerous and complex political landscape, where alliances and loyalties are constantly shifting.Throughout the book, Gilbert provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in 16th century Italy, including the customs, beliefs, and social structures of the time. He also explores the themes of religious tolerance, freedom of conscience, and the struggle for individual rights and liberties.Overall, The Struggle In Ferrara: A Story Of The Reformation In Italy is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating insight into a pivotal moment in European history.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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