Daybreak in Italy: A Story of the Italian Reformation

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Story Synopsis
Neither Caterina nor her brother, Eduardo, can find the peace they are yearning for, though Eduardo studies the ancient philosophers day and night, and Caterina faithfully performs all the ceremonies and rites of the Church. The light of truth begins to dawn when Eduardo hears the wonderful words of Jesus read to him from the Gospel of John.

Story Setting: Italy in 1515 - 1542 A.D.
Notable People and Events: Savonarola, The Italian Reformation
Originally published in 1870; 320 pages; For Ages 12 - Adult

Emma Leslie (1837-1909), whose actual name was Emma Dixon, was a prolific Victorian children's author who wrote over 100 books. Emma Leslie brought a strong Christian emphasis into her writing and many of her books were originally published by the Religious Tract Society.

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Glaucia the Greek Slave
Gytha's Message
The Hermit of Livry
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Leofwine the Monk
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The Martyr's Victory
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Sowing Beside All Waters