Pieces Of Silver (1874)

Pieces of Silver is a novel published in 1874 by the Society Promoting Christian Knowledge. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary Grey, who is left orphaned and alone after her father's death. Mary is forced to leave her comfortable life in England and travel to India to live with her uncle, a wealthy merchant. In India, Mary is exposed to a new way of life and culture, and she struggles to adapt to the foreign environment. She is befriended by a young missionary named Walter Sinclair, who introduces her to the Christian faith and helps her navigate the challenges of living in a new country. As Mary grows more comfortable in India, she becomes increasingly involved in the work of the mission, helping to care for the sick and needy. However, her uncle's business dealings lead to a scandal that threatens to ruin her reputation and destroy her newfound happiness. Pieces of Silver is a story of faith, love, and perseverance in the face of adversity. It explores themes of cultural identity, social justice, and the power of redemption. The novel is a classic example of Victorian literature, with its emphasis on morality, duty, and the importance of family and community.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.