The Old Abbot's Road (1881)

The Old Abbot's Road is a historical novel written by Lizzie Alldridge and published in 1881. The story is set in medieval England and follows the life of a young girl named Edith, who is orphaned at a young age and taken in by the monks of a nearby abbey. Edith grows up in the abbey and becomes a skilled weaver, but she longs to see the world outside.When a group of travelers passes through the abbey, Edith is intrigued by their stories of adventure and decides to leave the safety of the abbey to explore the world. She embarks on a journey along the Old Abbot's Road, a dangerous path through the forest that leads to the coast.Along the way, Edith encounters a variety of characters, including a group of bandits, a wealthy merchant, and a handsome knight. She also discovers a hidden talent for healing and becomes a trusted friend to those she meets.As she travels, Edith learns about the harsh realities of life outside the abbey and begins to question her own beliefs and values. She must navigate dangerous situations and make difficult choices in order to survive and find her place in the world.The Old Abbot's Road is a compelling tale of adventure, self-discovery, and the power of human connection. It offers a vivid portrait of medieval England and explores themes of faith, identity, and the search for meaning in life.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.