Little Gentile: A Deseret Romance of Captive and Exile in the New Jerusalem (1879)

Little Gentile: A Deseret Romance Of Captive And Exile In The New Jerusalem is a novel written by Mignonette in 1879. The book tells the story of a young girl named Ruth, who is captured by a group of Mormons and taken to their community in the Utah Territory. Ruth is a Gentile, or non-Mormon, and she struggles to adapt to the strict and unfamiliar lifestyle of the Mormons.As Ruth tries to find her place in this new world, she meets a young Mormon man named John who is kind to her and helps her navigate her new surroundings. Despite their religious differences, Ruth and John begin to develop feelings for each other, which puts them both in danger.The novel explores themes of religious intolerance, cultural differences, and the power of love to overcome barriers. It also provides a glimpse into the early days of the Mormon settlement in Utah and the challenges faced by both the Mormon and non-Mormon communities.Overall, Little Gentile is a captivating and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in American history.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.