02355cam a22003133u 4500 46637 UtSlPG 20260610134054.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Porter, Jane, 1776-1850 The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 (of 4) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-08-20 Produced by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3" by Jane Porter is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story continues to explore the intersection of personal and political dynamics in a richly developed European court setting, focusing on the experiences of the young noble Louis de Montemar, who is embroiled in the expectations and machinations surrounding his marriage. As he navigates complex relationships, ambitions, and the demands of society, the book delves into themes of honor, love, and duty. The opening of the novel depicts Louis's internal conflict as he grapples with his feelings towards the Electress and the weight of his familial responsibilities. Following his noble deeds, Louis encounters pressures regarding his political alliances, particularly concerning a potential marriage to Countess Altheim, which he vehemently opposes. As the narrative unfolds, we witness Louis’s struggle between adherence to his father's wishes and his moral code, amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and personal sacrifice. The tension between personal desires and societal expectations is palpable, setting the stage for the dramatic events that are likely to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Wharton, Philip Wharton, Duke of, 1698-1731 -- Fiction Riperdá, Juan Guillermo, Duke of, 1680-1737 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46637 87476 87476