The Key Of The Holy House

The Key of the Holy House: A Romance of Old Antwerp is a historical fiction novel written by Albert Lee and first published in 1898. The story is set in the city of Antwerp during the 16th century and follows the lives of two young lovers, Jan and Marie. Jan is a skilled locksmith who is tasked with creating a key for the Holy House, a sacred relic that is believed to have healing powers. Marie is a beautiful young woman who is the daughter of the wealthy merchant who commissioned Jan to make the key. Despite their different social statuses, Jan and Marie fall deeply in love.However, their love is threatened by the political and religious turmoil that is sweeping through Antwerp at the time. The city is under siege by Spanish forces, who are determined to crush the Protestant rebellion. Jan and Marie find themselves caught up in the conflict, as they struggle to protect the Holy House and keep their love alive.The Key of the Holy House is a gripping tale of love, faith, and courage set against the backdrop of a turbulent period in European history. Lee's vivid descriptions of Antwerp and its people bring the city to life, while his characters are complex and engaging. The novel is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, and a testament to the enduring power of love and hope in the face of adversity.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.