Author : Ambrose Bierce
Publisher : The Floating Press
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 24,73 MB
Release : 2012-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1775560457
Book Description
This highly entertaining novel about three Franciscan monks is something of a departure for author Ambrose Bierce, who typically wrote about his own time. The story, which takes the form of a diary penned by the main character, Ambrosius. Though he faithfully carries out the duties of his office, he struggles with temptation, particularly after meeting the beguiling Benedicta, who happens to be the hangman's daughter of the title.