Jennett Cragg, The Quakeress: A Story Of The Plague (1877) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166585556)

Jennett Cragg, The Quakeress: A Story Of The Plague (1877) is a historical fiction novel written by Maria Wright. The book is set during the Great Plague of London in the 17th century and follows the story of Jennett Cragg, a Quaker woman who becomes a nurse during the outbreak. As the plague ravages the city, Jennett is determined to help those in need, regardless of their social status or religion. She encounters many challenges as she navigates the chaos of the epidemic, including opposition from the authorities and the prejudices of those around her. The novel also touches on themes of faith, love, and social justice, as Jennett's Quaker beliefs inform her actions and shape her relationships with those around her. Overall, Jennett Cragg, The Quakeress: A Story Of The Plague (1877) is a compelling and poignant tale of one woman's bravery and compassion in the face of a devastating epidemic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Maria Wright
ISBN-10: 1166585557
ISBN-13: 9781166585556
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 170
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d