Father Rowland: A North American Tale (1841) is a novel written by Charles Constantine Pise. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a Catholic priest named Father Rowland. The novel explores themes of love, faith, and the struggle for religious freedom in America during this time period.Father Rowland is a devout and dedicated priest who is deeply committed to his faith and his calling. He is sent to a small town in North America to establish a Catholic church and spread the word of God. However, he soon finds himself facing numerous challenges and obstacles in his mission.The novel depicts the struggles that Father Rowland faces as he tries to establish his church in a predominantly Protestant community. He is met with hostility and resistance from the local population, who view him as a threat to their way of life. Despite these challenges, Father Rowland remains steadfast in his mission and continues to work tirelessly to establish his church and spread the message of God's love.Throughout the novel, Father Rowland also grapples with his own personal demons and struggles. He is torn between his love for a young woman named Ellen, and his commitment to his faith and celibacy. The novel explores the complexity of these relationships and the challenges that Father Rowland faces as he tries to reconcile his faith with his human desires.Overall, Father Rowland: A North American Tale is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of faith, love, and the struggle for religious freedom in America. It is a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.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.