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Cloister and the Hearth (version 2)

Cloister and the Hearth (version 2)

By: Charles Reade
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 Dive into the 15th century with Cloister and the Hearth, a gripping tale of Gerald Eliassoen, a young scribe and illuminator. Fleeing from persecution by a ruthless burgomaster, Gerald embarks on a harrowing journey across seven countries, searching for a means to support his family. After the tragic loss of his parents and betrayal by his brothers, who falsely claim that his beloved wife, Margaret, has died, despair drives him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in a moment of revelation, he chooses a different path and embraces life as a friar. Join Gerald as he navigates love, loss, and redemption in a world fraught with danger. - (Summary by Elijah Fisher)Copyright Nature and Animals Spirituality World
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  • 076 - Chapter 70

    076 - Chapter 70
    Mar 26 2026
    Dive into the 15th century with Cloister and the Hearth, a gripping tale of Gerald Eliassoen, a young scribe and illuminator. Fleeing from persecution by a ruthless burgomaster, Gerald embarks on a harrowing journey across seven countries, searching for a means to support his family. After the tragic loss of his parents and betrayal by his brothers, who falsely claim that his beloved wife, Margaret, has died, despair drives him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in a moment of revelation, he chooses a different path and embraces life as a friar. Join Gerald as he navigates love, loss, and redemption in a world fraught with danger. - (Summary by Elijah Fisher)
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    6 mins
  • 075 - Chapter 69

    075 - Chapter 69
    Mar 25 2026
    Dive into the 15th century with Cloister and the Hearth, a gripping tale of Gerald Eliassoen, a young scribe and illuminator. Fleeing from persecution by a ruthless burgomaster, Gerald embarks on a harrowing journey across seven countries, searching for a means to support his family. After the tragic loss of his parents and betrayal by his brothers, who falsely claim that his beloved wife, Margaret, has died, despair drives him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in a moment of revelation, he chooses a different path and embraces life as a friar. Join Gerald as he navigates love, loss, and redemption in a world fraught with danger. - (Summary by Elijah Fisher)
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    11 mins
  • 074 - Chapter 68

    074 - Chapter 68
    Mar 24 2026
    Dive into the 15th century with Cloister and the Hearth, a gripping tale of Gerald Eliassoen, a young scribe and illuminator. Fleeing from persecution by a ruthless burgomaster, Gerald embarks on a harrowing journey across seven countries, searching for a means to support his family. After the tragic loss of his parents and betrayal by his brothers, who falsely claim that his beloved wife, Margaret, has died, despair drives him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in a moment of revelation, he chooses a different path and embraces life as a friar. Join Gerald as he navigates love, loss, and redemption in a world fraught with danger. - (Summary by Elijah Fisher)
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    6 mins
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