
Transcribed from the 1913 A. C. Fifield edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org
A spirited defense of the miraculous side of Christ’s earthly work, this work pits sharp‑witted argument against both cold‑hearted rationalism and the complacent orthodoxy of its day. Framed as the posthumous testimony of a fictional minister, the author uses irony and scholarly rigor to ask whether miracles can survive modern skepticism. The first act lays out the key controversies, from historic doubts about infant baptism to the broader question of divine intervention.
Behind the clever disguise lies the mind of a former Cambridge scholar who turned his theological doubts into a lively debate. Drawing on personal study, literary flair, and a willingness to provoke, the book invites listeners to consider faith‑and‑reason tensions without preaching or conceding to facile answers. Its blend of historical insight and thoughtful critique makes for an engaging listen that respects both belief and inquiry.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (473K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jul 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1835–1902
Best known for the sharp, imaginative satire of Erewhon and the deeply personal The Way of All Flesh, he wrote with wit, skepticism, and a strong streak of independence. His work quietly challenged Victorian certainties about religion, family, and progress.
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