The Altar Of Freedom : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163226506 : 1163226505 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Altar of Freedom is a historical fiction novel written by Mary Roberts Rinehart. Set during the American Civil War, the book follows the story of two sisters, Constance and Faith, who live in a small town in Pennsylvania. Constance is a strong-willed, independent woman who is determined to fight for the Union cause, while Faith is more reserved and hesitant about the war.As the conflict intensifies, Constance becomes involved in the Underground Railroad, helping slaves escape to freedom. Along the way, she meets and falls in love with a Union soldier named Colonel Haverhill. Meanwhile, Faith struggles with her own beliefs and eventually joins her sister in the fight against slavery.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom during a time of great turmoil in American history. Rinehart's vivid descriptions of the battlefield and the hardships faced by soldiers and