Publisher's Synopsis
The Wingtown Parson's Linen Duster is a novel written by Isabella Pierpont Hopkins and published in 1903. The story is set in a small town called Wingtown and centers around the life of its parson, Reverend John Ames. The novel explores the themes of love, faith, and morality.Reverend Ames is a respected member of the community and is known for his kind and compassionate nature. He is married to a woman named Mary and has two children. One day, a young woman named Ruth arrives in Wingtown and seeks refuge with the Ames family. Ruth is a troubled woman who has had a difficult life and is seeking redemption.As Reverend Ames tries to help Ruth, he begins to develop feelings for her. However, he is torn between his duty as a husband and his desire for Ruth. The novel also follows the lives of other characters in Wingtown, including the wealthy and influential Mrs. Van Dusen and the town's doctor, Dr. Brown.The Wingtown Parson's Linen Duster is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the struggle between love and duty. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
