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Eager to bring her crippled grandson, Conrad, news of the wedding celebration of King Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia, Dame Ursula sets out for the village, but finds herself harassed by the unruly crowd. A kindly blacksmith comes to her aid, and she welcomes his offer to visit Conrad, but soon becomes suspicious that he and his friend, Ned Trueman, are Lollards, followers of John Wycliffe. Unable to refuse anything that might please Conrad, she allows the visits to continue, and even allows their friend to teach Conrad to read, but passionately warns Conrad of the dangers of evil "heresy". Conrad decides to become a famous Doctor of the Church, so that he will be able to combat heresy, but he wonders why all the remedies of the Church fail to cure him. He is also troubled by the fact that he doesn't have a father like other boys. As Conrad pursues his studies as a young man, he has the opportunity to hear Wycliffe preach and is surprised by what he hears. At last, seeking answers to his past, Conrad leaves England and returns to his native Bohemia where John Huss is boldly preaching against the corruption of the Church. What Conrad learns in Bohemia will change his life forever.

Emma Leslie was a British novelist, known for her contributions to children's literature and stories that often dealt with themes of family, moral growth, and social issues. Leslie came from a respectable family and wrote during a time when literature was increasingly addressing the concerns of the working class and moral conduct. Her stories often focused on the emotional challenges faced by individuals, particularly young women, as they navigated societal expectations, family responsibilities, and personal desires. Leslie's works, such as Brought Out of Peril, reflect the concerns of her era, exploring the tension between duty and personal aspirations. Her characters frequently grapple with complex moral dilemmas, highlighting the importance of sacrifice, responsibility, and selflessness in the face of adversity. Her writing style was accessible, aimed at young readers, but also resonated with a wider audience due to the universal themes of familial love and social duty. She remains a significant figure in the world of moral fiction for young audiences.