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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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  • 105 - Chapter 98

    105 - Chapter 98
    Apr 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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    2 mins
  • 104 - Chapter 97

    104 - Chapter 97
    Apr 23 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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    4 mins
  • 103 - Chapter 96 Part 2

    103 - Chapter 96 Part 2
    Apr 22 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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    38 mins
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