Pierre And His Family: Or A Story Of The Waldenses (1832)

Pierre And His Family: Or A Story Of The Waldenses is a historical fiction novel that was published in 1832. The book is written by Miss Grierson and tells the story of a family of Waldenses, a group of Protestant Christians who lived in the Piedmont region of Italy during the 17th century. The novel follows the life of Pierre, a young Waldensian boy who is forced to flee his home with his family due to religious persecution. The book provides a vivid description of the Waldensian community, their customs, beliefs, and struggles. It also depicts the harsh realities of life for the Waldenses, who were often persecuted and oppressed by the ruling Catholic Church. The novel highlights the bravery and resilience of the Waldensian people, who endured great hardships in their quest for religious freedom.Throughout the book, Pierre and his family face numerous challenges, including hunger, poverty, and persecution. However, they remain steadfast in their faith and are determined to preserve their heritage and way of life. The novel also explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Pierre and his family must make difficult choices in order to survive.Overall, Pierre And His Family: Or A Story Of The Waldenses is a compelling and insightful novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of a little-known religious community. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, religion, or the human experience.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.