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Sir Hall Caine

The Christian

In “The Christian,” Sir Hall Caine explores the complexities of faith, morality, and societal expectations through the lens of his characters' tumultuous lives. The novel presents a vivid tableau of late 19th-century morality, infused with dramatic tension and deep psychological insight. Caine's narrative style is marked by eloquent prose and an emotional depth that elevates the ethical dilemmas faced by its protagonists, ultimately interrogating the essence of Christianity in a rapidly modernizing world. Themes of sacrificial love and redemption resonate throughout the text, illustrating the author's engagement with contemporary religious debates and the existential questions of his time. Sir Hall Caine, a prominent figure of the Victorian literary scene, was deeply influenced by his upbringing in the Isle of Man and his exposure to religious discourse. A fervent believer in the transformative power of love and faith, Caine sought to bridge the secular and the sacred through his works. His experiences in both literature and life instilled in him a desire to address the moral struggles of humanity, positioning “The Christian” as a seminal work as the era grappled with industrialization and shifting values. For readers seeking a profound exploration of faith'Äôs complexities, “The Christian” offers both a compelling narrative and introspective insights. Caine's masterful storytelling will resonate with those intrigued by the intersection of spirituality and the human experience, making this novel essential for anyone interested in the moral landscape of the age.
670 printed pages
Copyright owner
Bookwire
Original publication
2019
Publication year
2019
Publisher
Good Press
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Quotes

  • Vlad Shvetshas quoted2 years ago
    Statesmen know too well the clerical cruelty which shelters itself behind the secular arm.
  • Vlad Shvetshas quoted2 years ago
    The morality of the nation is on the decline, uncle, and when morality is lacking the end is not far off. England is given up to idleness, pomp, dissolute practices, and pleasure—pleasure, always pleasure. The vice of intemperance, the mania for gambling, these are the vultures that are consuming the vitals of our people. Look at the luxury of the country—a ludicrous travesty of national greatness! Look at the tastes and habits of our age—the deadliest enemies of true religion! And then look at the price we are paying in what the devil calls 'the priestesses of society' for the tranquillity of the demon of lust!”
  • Vlad Shvetshas quoted2 years ago
    The whole trade of the world was of the nature of a gamble, life itself was a gamble, and the race-course was the only market in the world where no man could afford to go bankrupt, or be a defaulter and refuse to pay.
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