Without blazed autumn sunshine, strong as summer sunshine in northern lands. Within the cathedral dusk ruled, rich and mysterious. The sanctuary light burned, a star. The candles were yet smoking, the...

It was said that the Queen was dying. She lay at Richmond, in the palace looking out upon the wintry, wooded, March-shaken park, but London, a few miles away, had daily news of how she did. There was...

THE work of the day being over, I sat down upon my doorstep, pipe in hand, to rest awhile in the cool of the evening. Death is not more still than is this Virginian land in the hour when the sun has sunk...

The town of Middle Forest had long since pushed the forest from all sides. Its streets, forked as lightning, ran up to the castle and down to the river. The river here was near its mouth, and wide. The...

"She will reach the wharf in half an hour." The speaker shaded her eyes with a great fan of carved ivory and painted silk. They were beautiful eyes; large, brown, perfect in shape and expression, and...

"Low Braidge!" The people on deck bent over, some until heads touched knees, others, more exactly calculating, just sufficiently to clear the beams. The canal-boat passed beneath the bridge, and all straightened...

Mary Johnston's novel, 'Hagar', is a gripping tale that delves into the complexities of race, class, and gender in the post-Civil War South. Set against the backdrop of Reconstruction-era Virginia, the...

Mary Johnston's 'Prisoners of Hope: A Tale of Colonial Virginia' is a captivating novel that delves into the complexities of life in 17th century colonial Virginia. Through vivid descriptions and detailed...

To Have and to Hold is the story of an English soldier, Ralph Percy, turned Virginian explorer in colonial Jamestown. Ralph buys a wife for himself - a girl named Jocelyn Leigh - little knowing that she...

To Have and To Hold - Mary Johnston - This was the #1 best-selling novel in the United States in 1900, made into movies several times in subsequent years. It is set in colonial North America, beginning...

In '1492' by Mary Johnston, the reader is taken on a journey through the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus. This historical novel is rich with vivid descriptions of the time period and the...

In Mary Johnston's novel, Audrey, the reader is transported to the antebellum South, where the titular character grapples with the complex issues of slavery and freedom. Johnston's writing style is characterized...

Mary Johnston's 'Foes' is a gripping historical novel set against the backdrop of the American Revolutionary War, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of war. Written in a compelling...

Mary Johnston's 'The Witch' is a compelling novel set against the backdrop of the Salem witch trials. Johnston expertly weaves a tale of society's fear and ignorance, as innocent women are accused of...

In Mary Johnston's novel, "Sir Mortimer," the reader is transported to the medieval world of chivalry and honor. Written in a poetic and lyrical style, Johnston captures the essence of the era with vivid...

Mary Johnston's The Fortunes of Garin is a compelling historical novel set in medieval France, focusing on the life of Garin de Beaucaire, a young nobleman caught in the whirlwind of political intrigue...

Mary Johnston's 'Lewis Rand' is a captivating novel set in post-Civil War America, exploring themes of power, morality, and political ambition. Johnston's eloquent prose captures the complexities of the...

Mary Johnston's 'Silver Cross' is a gripping historical novel set during the Civil War, known for its rich character development and vivid depiction of the era. Johnston's literary style is characterized...

Mary Johnston's novel 'To Have and to Hold' is a captivating portrayal of early colonial Virginia, filled with themes of power, love, and intrigue. Written in a style reminiscent of historical fiction,...

In Mary Johnston's novel, 'The Wanderers,' readers are taken on a captivating journey through the American Western frontier. The book is a finely crafted piece of historical fiction, weaving together...

Mary Johnston's novel, The Witch, is a captivating glimpse into the harrowing world of the Salem Witch Trials. Written in a style that interweaves historical accuracy with poignant storytelling, The Witch...

Mary Johnston's novel, 'Sir Mortimer', published in 1904, is an intriguing tale set in Scotland during the Jacobite rising of 1745. The book showcases Johnston's adept storytelling skills, weaving together...

Mary Johnston's '1492' is a vivid historical novel that chronicles the journey of Christopher Columbus as he sets sail for the New World. Written in a detailed and descriptive style, Johnston captures...

THE morning was gray and I sat by the sea near Palos in a gray mood. I was Jayme de Marchena, and that was a good, old Christian name. But my grandmother was Jewess, and in corners they said that she...

Lalain Say to Monsieur the Baron of Morbec, Rémond Lalain, the Deputy from Vannes, In haste is riding north, but hath drawn rein- Hearing to-day of Baron Henri's death- And audience craves that he may...

It was said that the Queen was dying. She lay at Richmond, in the palace looking out upon the wintry, wooded, March-shaken park, but London, a few miles away, had daily news of how she did. There was...

Mary Johnston's 'Silver Cross' is a compelling novel set during the American Civil War. Johnston's vivid historical fiction style captures the turmoil of the era, depicting the human cost of war and the...

In Mary Johnston's novel 'Sweet Rocket,' the reader is transported to the Antebellum South, where themes of love, betrayal, and redemption are expertly woven into the fabric of a society on the brink...

Mary Johnston's 'Pioneers of the Old South: A Chronicle of English Colonial Beginnings' is a riveting historical account of the English settlers in the southern colonies of America. With meticulous attention...

Mary Johnston's 'The Goddess of Reason' is a captivating novel set during the French Revolution that delves into themes of political upheaval, societal change, and the pursuit of knowledge. Through its...