The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne / From "The New Decameron", Volume III.

Name: The Priest's Tale - Père Etienne / From "The New Decameron", Volume III.
Author: Robert Keable

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A shipboard narrator strikes up a friendship with an older Catholic priest setting out on a final voyage and hears a long reminiscence of decades in East Africa. The priest speaks about his deep attachment to the land and people and recounts an especially affecting episode in a stone-built riverside town beneath volcanic heights, where springs form a cool clear river and village life is described with attentive detail. The tale becomes a reflective meditation on belonging, memory, missionary sacrifice, and the small moments that make a place indelibly familiar.

About the Author

Robert Keable

Robert Keable was a British author known for his exploration of spiritual themes and human experiences. His notable work, "Simon Called Peter," delves into the complexities of faith and personal struggle, reflecting his interest in the intersection of religion and everyday life. Keable's writing often combines elements of fiction with philosophical inquiry, inviting readers to contemplate profound questions about existence and belief. In addition to his acclaimed novels, such as "Peradventure; or, The Silence of God," he contributed to the literary landscape of his time with works that resonate with those seeking deeper understanding of the human condition.

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