Ascension Day by Charles Kingsley
The book Ascension Day by Charles Kingsley is a novel that tells the story of a young man named John who is sent to live with his uncle in the countryside. The uncle, Mr. Beveridge, is a strict and uncompromising man who expects John to work hard on the farm and learn the ways of the land. However, John soon discovers that there are dark secrets lurking beneath the surface of this seemingly idyllic life. As he explores the countryside around him, he encounters a mysterious woman named Mary who seems to have a connection with the land and its inhabitants. As John becomes more involved in the lives of those around him, he begins to uncover the truth about his uncle's past and the secrets that lie beneath the surface of this seemingly idyllic life. He discovers that there is a dark side to the countryside that he never knew existed, and that the people who live there are not always what they appear to be. As John struggles to come to terms with these discoveries, he finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue and danger that threatens to consume him. He must use all his wits and strength to survive in this dangerous world, and to uncover the truth about his uncle's past and the secrets that lie beneath the surface of this seemingly idyllic life.
By Charles Kingsley · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 2,443 words
First lines
Eversley. Chester Cathedral. 1872.
St John viii. 58. "Before Abraham was, I am. "
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- Work type: Speech
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: Date unknown
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 2,443 words
- Structure: 1 section, 19 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative of Ascension Day takes place in an historical era and uses real historical figures and events as a backdrop for the story.
- Adventure — The book contains elements of adventure, including exploration and danger.
- Drama — The story involves conflict between characters and dramatic events.
Tags
religion · spirituality · Christianity · faith · ascension · heaven · moral lessons · redemption · sacrifice · divine intervention · philosophy · humanity