The Bells Of St. Stephens (1922)

The Bells of St. Stephens is a novel written by Marian Keith and first published in 1922. The story is set in a small town in New England and revolves around the lives of the townspeople, particularly the members of the local church community. The main character is a young woman named Ruth, who is struggling to find her place in the world after the death of her father. She is torn between her desire to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer and her sense of duty to her family and the church.As Ruth navigates the challenges of her personal and professional life, she becomes increasingly involved in the affairs of the church, particularly the efforts to raise money for a new set of bells for St. Stephens. Along the way, she forms relationships with a variety of colorful characters, including the stern but caring pastor, the gossipy church ladies, and the handsome and mysterious stranger who arrives in town.The novel explores themes of community, faith, and personal growth, as Ruth learns to balance her own desires with her responsibilities to those around her. With its vivid descriptions of small-town life and its heartfelt portrayal of the joys and struggles of everyday people, The Bells of St. Stephens is a timeless classic 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.