Peccavi

Name: Peccavi
Author: E. W. Hornung

By E. W. Hornung

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A clergyman's life collapses after a scandal involving a young woman's death, prompting parish outrage, personal confession, and intense remorse. The narrative follows his fall from standing through episodes of public censure, legal peril, and a violent confrontation, then traces his solitary struggle for survival and self-examination. Encounters with sympathetic and hostile figures, inventive plans to escape ruin, and seasons of hardship test his conscience and resolve. Gradually the story shifts from crisis to quieter labors and domestic care, as he seeks reconciliation, protection for the vulnerable, and a hard-won refuge that offers moral and emotional sanctuary.

About the Author

E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and cricketer. His most notable work, "A Thief in the Night," showcases Raffles' adventures and has contributed significantly to the genre of crime fiction. Hornung's writing often blends elements of humor and suspense, reflecting the social mores of his time. In addition to his Raffles stories, he wrote novels such as "A Bride from the Bush" and "Dead Men Tell No Tales," which further demonstrate his versatility as a storyteller. His works remain a part of the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.