The Present Recompense
The Present Recompense by Charles Kingsley is a novel that was published in 1856. It tells the story of a young man named John who is struggling to find his place in life. He has been raised by his uncle, who is a wealthy and influential man, but he feels like an outsider in society. John meets a woman named Mary, who is also struggling with her own problems. They fall in love and decide to get married. However, John's uncle disapproves of their marriage and tries to prevent it from happening. The novel follows John and Mary as they navigate the challenges of their new life together. They face financial difficulties, social pressures, and personal struggles. Throughout the story, John learns valuable lessons about love, forgiveness, and the importance of family. Overall, The Present Recompense is a heartwarming tale that explores themes of love, family, and the human condition. It is a classic work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.
By Charles Kingsley · Genre: Historical Fiction, Historical Adventure, Christian Literature · 3,088 words
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Chester Cathedral, Nave Service, Evening. May 1872.
Proverbs xi. 31. "Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: much more the wicked and the sinner. "
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- Work type: Speech
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: Date unknown
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Historical Adventure, Christian Literature, Romantic Literature, Victorian Literature
- Length: 3,088 words
- Structure: 1 section, 22 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Charles Kingsley is a known historical fiction author, known for his detailed descriptions of past events and culture.
- Historical Adventure — Kingsley often includes adventurous elements in his historical settings, making his works also fit under the historical adventure genre.
- Christian Literature — Considering Kingsley's role as a clergyman, Christian themes and moral lessons are usually present in his works.
- Romantic Literature — Romantic themes and deep emotional appeal are characteristic of Kingsley's works, qualifying them as romantic literature.
Tags
redemption · morality · faith · spirituality · human experience · sacrifice · forgiveness · love · hope · struggle · community · self-discovery