White Cowl

White Cowl

by James Lane Allen

Set in a Trappist monastery in nineteenth-century Kentucky, "White Cowl" follows the story of a young monk grappling with his faith and the arrival of a troubled young woman seeking refuge. The novel explores themes of spiritual isolation, the allure of the outside world, and the conflicting desires of the heart. Through the protagonist's internal struggle, the book offers a poignant examination of the complexities of faith, love, and the human condition.

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