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Doctor Hookwell V2: Or The Anglo-Catholic Family (1842) is a novel written by Robert Armitage. The book is the second volume in the Doctor Hookwell series and follows the story of a family who are members of the Anglo-Catholic Church. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores the tensions and conflicts that arise within the family as they navigate their religious beliefs and the changing social and political landscape of the time.The main character of the novel is Doctor Hookwell, a respected member of the Anglo-Catholic Church who is deeply committed to his faith. He is a father figure to the family and is seen as a source of guidance and wisdom. However, as the story progresses, his beliefs and actions come under scrutiny, and he is forced to confront some difficult truths about his faith and the role of the Church in society.The novel also explores the relationships between the other members of the family, including the two sons, who have very different views on religion and politics. One son is a staunch supporter of the Church and is committed to upholding its traditions, while the other is more skeptical and critical of its role in society.Throughout the book, Armitage explores themes of faith, family, and societal change, and provides a fascinating insight into the world of the Anglo-Catholic Church in the early 19th century. The novel is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of religion and society in Britain during this period.In Three Volumes.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.
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Doctor Hookwell V2: Or The Anglo-Catholic Family (1842) is a novel written by Robert Armitage. The book is the second volume in the Doctor Hookwell series and follows the story of a family who are members of the Anglo-Catholic Church. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores the tensions and conflicts that arise within the family as they navigate their religious beliefs and the changing social and political landscape of the time.The main character of the novel is Doctor Hookwell, a respected member of the Anglo-Catholic Church who is deeply committed to his faith. He is a father figure to the family and is seen as a source of guidance and wisdom. However, as the story progresses, his beliefs and actions come under scrutiny, and he is forced to confront some difficult truths about his faith and the role of the Church in society.The novel also explores the relationships between the other members of the family, including the two sons, who have very different views on religion and politics. One son is a staunch supporter of the Church and is committed to upholding its traditions, while the other is more skeptical and critical of its role in society.Throughout the book, Armitage explores themes of faith, family, and societal change, and provides a fascinating insight into the world of the Anglo-Catholic Church in the early 19th century. The novel is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of religion and society in Britain during this period.In Three Volumes.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.