Victory out of Ruin

audiobook

Victory out of Ruin

by Norman Maclean

EN·~2 hours·31 chapters

Chapters

31 total
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BY - NORMAN MACLEAN

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HODDER AND STOUGHTON LTD. LONDON — NEW YORK — TORONTO MCMXXII

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PREFACE

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NOTE

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CHAPTER I - THE ONLY HOPE

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CHAPTER II - THE SUPREME NEED

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CHAPTER III - IN THE SACRED NAME OF LIBERTY!

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CHAPTER IV - THE GREATEST OF TYRANNIES

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CHAPTER V - THE LAST DELIVERANCE

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CHAPTER VI - THE PERIL OF THE CROWD

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Description

In this reflective work the author moves from the aftermath of the Great War to the pressing social crises of the early 1920s, arguing that the true disease of the age is spiritual rather than merely economic. Drawing on vivid observations of stark inequality—from opulent mansions to cramped tenements—he challenges listeners to see beyond surface comforts and ask what it means to live as a follower of Christ today. The opening chapters weave historical anecdotes with personal encounters, probing whether society’s restless pursuit of progress has abandoned the deeper call to love and service.

The narrative unfolds as a series of thoughtful essays, each aiming to rekindle a sense of purpose rooted in compassion and collective responsibility. By contrasting the fleeting thrills of sport and politics with the enduring fulfillment of self‑sacrifice, the author invites us to consider how ordinary people can become part of a larger, righteous struggle. His tone is earnest yet accessible, making the book a timely meditation for anyone seeking moral direction in a world still healing from conflict.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (170K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2010-09-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Norman Maclean

1869–1952

A Scottish minister and religious writer, he became a leading figure in the Church of Scotland and later served as Moderator of the General Assembly. His books and essays reflect a life shaped by preaching, public service, and Christian thought.

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