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The Bishop's Wife: Available Copies

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The Bishop's Wife

New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

NY, Armed Services Editions, n.d. (1945), first edition, wrappers. Softcover. No. 800 in this important series, a paperback original, includes the tirtle novel and The Orchid and There Is Another Heaven, with an introduction by Stephen Vincent Benet, issued by the Council on Books in Wartime, designed to fit the pocket of a World War II American GI. Very good.

NY, Armed Services Editions, n.d. (1945), first edition, wrappers. Softcover. No. 800 in this important series, a paperback original, includes the tirtle novel and The Orchid and There Is Another Heaven, with an introduction by Stephen Vincent Benet, issued by the Council on Books in Wartime, designed to fit the pocket of a World War II American GI. Very good.

New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

The Bishop's Wife

New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. "The Bishop's Wife" is a charming and satirical exploration of faith, love, and the mundane complexities of life. The story follows Julia Brougham, the neglected wife of Bishop Henry Brougham, whose existence is overshadowed by her husband's ambitious and stressful project of constructing a grand cathedral. Their lives are irrevocably changed by the arrival of Michael, a mysterious and handsome stranger who appears to assist the bishop in his duties.While the Bishop remains preoccupied with his worldly goals and administrative burdens, Michael-an angel in human form-finds himself increasingly drawn into the human experiences of doubt, joy, and affection. Robert Nathan weaves a delicate tale that balances gentle wit with a deep sense of longing, questioning whether the divine is found in massive stone monuments or in the quiet, compassionate moments of connection between individuals. This evocative work remains a classic of light fantasy and social satire, offering a poignant and often humorous look at the struggle to find balance between spiritual duty and earthly happiness. "The Bishop's Wife" is a timeless meditation on what it truly means to be human and the unexpected ways in which grace can manifest in the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Neuware - 'The Bishop's Wife' is a charming and satirical exploration of faith, love, and the mundane complexities of life. The story follows Julia Brougham, the neglected wife of Bishop Henry Brougham, whose existence is overshadowed by her husband's ambitious and stressful project of constructing a grand cathedral. Their lives are irrevocably changed by the arrival of Michael, a mysterious and handsome stranger who appears to assist the bishop in his duties.While the Bishop remains preoccupied with his worldly goals and administrative burdens, Michael-an angel in human form-finds himself increasingly drawn into the human experiences of doubt, joy, and affection. Robert Nathan weaves a delicate tale that balances gentle wit with a deep sense of longing, questioning whether the divine is found in massive stone monuments or in the quiet, compassionate moments of connection between individuals. This evocative work remains a classic of light fantasy and social satire, offering a poignant and often humorous look at the struggle to find balance between spiritual duty and earthly happiness. 'The Bishop's Wife' is a timeless meditation on what it truly means to be human and the unexpected ways in which grace can manifest in the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Paperback. A gentle, elegiac tale of faith, longing and the small miracles that change everyday lives, The Bishop's Wife follows a devout clergyman and his quietly suffering wife as their plans and priorities are unsettled by the arrival of an extraordinary visitor. Robert Nathan crafts a luminous, humane story in which prayer, ambition, and domestic tenderness collide: the bishop wrestles with the pressures of building a grand cathedral while the life he shares with his wife feels increasingly neglected. Into that tension steps an angelic presence-witty, compassionate and disarmingly human-whose influence forces the characters to confront what they truly value and to rediscover the ordinary grace that binds them.Told in Nathan's lyrical, subtly humorous prose, this novel is at once a warm domestic drama and a philosophical fable about the nature of service, love, and spiritual longing. Without resorting to sermonizing, the book illuminates how acts of kindness, honest conversation, and quiet courage reshape relationships and priorities. Rich in memorable scenes and quietly powerful moments, The Bishop's Wife will appeal to readers who cherish classic American fiction with a spiritual edge, anyone seeking a tender story about marriage and vocation, and lovers of uplifting, character-driven literature that lingers long after the last page. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. A gentle, elegiac tale of faith, longing and the small miracles that change everyday lives, The Bishop's Wife follows a devout clergyman and his quietly suffering wife as their plans and priorities are unsettled by the arrival of an extraordinary visitor. Robert Nathan crafts a luminous, humane story in which prayer, ambition, and domestic tenderness collide: the bishop wrestles with the pressures of building a grand cathedral while the life he shares with his wife feels increasingly neglected. Into that tension steps an angelic presence-witty, compassionate and disarmingly human-whose influence forces the characters to confront what they truly value and to rediscover the ordinary grace that binds them.Told in Nathan's lyrical, subtly humorous prose, this novel is at once a warm domestic drama and a philosophical fable about the nature of service, love, and spiritual longing. Without resorting to sermonizing, the book illuminates how acts of kindness, honest conversation, and quiet courage reshape relationships and priorities. Rich in memorable scenes and quietly powerful moments, The Bishop's Wife will appeal to readers who cherish classic American fiction with a spiritual edge, anyone seeking a tender story about marriage and vocation, and lovers of uplifting, character-driven literature that lingers long after the last page. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. "The Bishop's Wife" is a charming and satirical exploration of faith, love, and the mundane complexities of life. The story follows Julia Brougham, the neglected wife of Bishop Henry Brougham, whose existence is overshadowed by her husband's ambitious and stressful project of constructing a grand cathedral. Their lives are irrevocably changed by the arrival of Michael, a mysterious and handsome stranger who appears to assist the bishop in his duties.While the Bishop remains preoccupied with his worldly goals and administrative burdens, Michael-an angel in human form-finds himself increasingly drawn into the human experiences of doubt, joy, and affection. Robert Nathan weaves a delicate tale that balances gentle wit with a deep sense of longing, questioning whether the divine is found in massive stone monuments or in the quiet, compassionate moments of connection between individuals. This evocative work remains a classic of light fantasy and social satire, offering a poignant and often humorous look at the struggle to find balance between spiritual duty and earthly happiness. "The Bishop's Wife" is a timeless meditation on what it truly means to be human and the unexpected ways in which grace can manifest in the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

The Bishop's Wife | Robert Nathan | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | LMQ Publishing LLC | EAN 9798256228477 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand

Neuware - 'The Bishop's Wife' is a charming and satirical exploration of faith, love, and the mundane complexities of life. The story follows Julia Brougham, the neglected wife of Bishop Henry Brougham, whose existence is overshadowed by her husband's ambitious and stressful project of constructing a grand cathedral. Their lives are irrevocably changed by the arrival of Michael, a mysterious and handsome stranger who appears to assist the bishop in his duties.While the Bishop remains preoccupied with his worldly goals and administrative burdens, Michael-an angel in human form-finds himself increasingly drawn into the human experiences of doubt, joy, and affection. Robert Nathan weaves a delicate tale that balances gentle wit with a deep sense of longing, questioning whether the divine is found in massive stone monuments or in the quiet, compassionate moments of connection between individuals. This evocative work remains a classic of light fantasy and social satire, offering a poignant and often humorous look at the struggle to find balance between spiritual duty and earthly happiness. 'The Bishop's Wife' is a timeless meditation on what it truly means to be human and the unexpected ways in which grace can manifest in the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less

Pages are crisp and clean, no marking. Cover is good. Binding is tight/good. NO DUST JACKET. First page has a name.