The Little Minister, Part 1 (1901)

The Little Minister, Part 1 is a novel written by James Matthew Barrie and first published in 1901. The story is set in the fictional town of Thrums in Scotland during the late 18th century. The main character is Gavin Dishart, a young minister who has just been appointed to his first parish in Thrums. Gavin is a kind and idealistic man who is determined to make a positive impact on the lives of the people in his community.As he settles into his new role, Gavin quickly becomes enamored with Babbie, a beautiful and mysterious young woman who lives on the outskirts of town. Babbie is a free spirit who is not bound by the conventions of society, and she and Gavin form a deep connection despite their differences.However, their relationship is complicated by the disapproval of the conservative members of the community, who view Babbie as a scandalous outsider. Gavin must navigate the conflicting expectations of his congregation and his own feelings for Babbie, while also dealing with the challenges of his new role as a minister.The Little Minister, Part 1 is a charming and poignant tale of love, faith, and community. Barrie’s vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a timeless classic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.