The True Cross: A Legend Of The Church (1873)

By George John Whyte-Melville

Book Overview

The True Cross: A Legend Of The Church is a novel written by George John Whyte-Melville and published in 1873. The book tells the story of a young monk named Fra Domenico, who is entrusted with the task of safeguarding the True Cross, the very cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified. The novel is set in the 15th century and takes the reader on a journey through different parts of Europe, as Fra Domenico tries to protect the relic from those who seek to steal it for their own gain. Along the way, he encounters various challenges, including betrayal, temptation, and danger. The True Cross is a tale of faith, courage, and devotion, and is a fascinating exploration of the power of religious relics and their significance in Christian history. Whyte-Melville's writing is vivid and engaging, and the novel is a captivating read for anyone interested in historical fiction, religious history, or adventure stories.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165681579
• ISBN13: 9781165681570
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"