Father Meuron's Tale by Robert Hugh Benson
Father Meuron's Tale is a novel by Robert Hugh Benson, first published in 1908. It tells the story of Father Meuron, a Catholic priest in a small French village. Father Meuron is a kind and gentle man, beloved by the villagers, but he is also a man of deep faith and conviction. When a young woman in the village is accused of murder, Father Meuron is determined to prove her innocence. He embarks on a quest to uncover the truth, and in the process, he discovers a secret that could change the course of history. The novel is a gripping tale of faith, justice, and redemption, and it is a powerful exploration of the power of belief and the strength of the human spirit.
By Robert Hugh Benson · First published 1914 · Genre: Religious Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery · 3,649 words
First lines
Father Meuron was very voluble at supper on the Saturday. He exclaimed; he threw out his hands; his bright black eyes shone above his rosy cheeks, and his hair appeared to stand more on end than I had ever known it.
He sat at the further side of the horse-shoe table from myself, and I was able to remark on his gaiety to the English priest who sat beside me without fear of being overheard.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Robert Hugh Benson
- Date: 1914 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance
- Length: 3,649 words
- Structure: 1 section, 98 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Religious Fiction — The book is written by Robert Hugh Benson, a Catholic priest, and follows the story of Father Meuron, a Catholic priest, making this the most relevant genre.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the early 20th century, making it a historical fiction novel.
- Mystery — The book follows Father Meuron as he investigates a mysterious death, making this a mystery novel.
- Romance — The book contains a romantic subplot between Father Meuron and a woman he meets, making this a romance novel.
Tags
historical fiction · religion · Catholicism · spiritual journey · 19th century · missionary work · personal struggle · faith · redemption · cultural conflict · character development · moral dilemmas