The Old Helmet

The Old Helmet by Miss Wetherell

In *The Old Helmet* by Susan Warner, readers are invited into a world where faith and resilience are tested against the backdrop of 19th-century England. This classic novel, the first volume in a two-part series, follows the life of Eleanor Powle, a young woman confronted with profound spiritual and moral dilemmas. After a life-threatening illness, Eleanor’s journey becomes one of inner transformation, as she grapples with questions of faith, salvation, and the true meaning of life.

Warner masterfully weaves together rich character development and deep religious themes, making *The Old Helmet* a compelling read for those interested in exploring Christian values and the complexities of personal conviction. The novel’s vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its depiction of 19th-century social norms further enhance its timeless appeal.

Rediscover this forgotten gem, a story that resonates with themes of redemption, the power of faith, and the quest for spiritual truth.

Specifications
Artist/ Author:  Elizabeth Wetherell
Condition: Used, Fair condition for its age, late 1800s, minor scuffs to cover, mostly on the spine, inner page minorly failing away from the spine, most other pages are structurally sound to the spine, page 63 is torn with some of the page missing. Inscription and date (15/12/93, & Christmas 1893, found on inner front cover and first page, there is an additional inscription on the third page (more current), yellowing to pages due to age. Images of actual book.
Format: Hardcover, no dust jacket
Publication date: inscription date 15/12/1893, Antique
Number of Pages: 450
Publisher: Ward, Lock and Co., London, New York, Melbourne
Dimensions: H18.2cm x W12.5cm x D2.3cm, approximately