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Secular humanism has triumphed. Everything the late Victorians and Edwardians believed would bring human happiness has been achieved: Technology has made it so no one needs to work for a living, the social sciences ensure a smooth-running social order, and, in the name of tolerance, religious beliefs have been uprooted and eliminated except for a single holdout - a largely discredited and rapidly shrinking Catholic Church. Yet people are unhappy.

Lord of the World describes a world where Catholics are falling away and priests and bishops are defecting. Only a small remnant of the faithful remains. Julian Felsenburgh, a mysterious and compelling figure arises, promising peace in exchange for blind obedience. Those who resist are subjected to torture and execution. Soon, the masses are in Felsenburgh’s thrall, and he becomes leader of the world.

A spectacular collection of classic ghost stories from some of the masters of spooky fiction. 'On the Brighton Road' by Richard Middleton; 'A Ghost Story' by Mark Twain; 'The Everlasting Club' by Arthur Gray; 'The Snow' by Hugh Walpole; 'Rose Rose' by Barry Pain; 'The Ghost Ship' by Richard Middleton; 'The Bus Conductor' by E. F. Benson; 'The Tarn' by Hugh Walpole; 'The Diary of Mr. Poynter' by M. R. James.

In Dawn of All, the author expands on themes from his previous work, Lord of the World, by exploring potential developments in society over the next sixty years, should ancient thought—time-tested and increasingly rediscovered—gain prominence over modern ideologies. While the previous book painted a rather bleak picture for optimistic Christians, this new parable offers a more hopeful perspective. The author argues that every era is marked by the clash of opposing forces, and he delves into the implications of each sides potential dominance. Through this exploration, he seeks to illuminate...

The emotion of friendship is among the most mighty and the most mysterious of human instincts. Materialistic philosophers delight in tracing even the most exalted emotions - art, religion, romance - to purely carnal sources, to the instincts of the propagation or sustentation of physical life. And yet, in this single experience at any rate - when we class together, as we can, all those varied relationships between men and men, women and women, as well as between men and women, under the common title of friendship - materialistic philosophy wholly breaks down.

Robert Hugh Benson (1871 - 1914) was an English Anglican priest who left the Anglican church to became a Roman Catholic priest in 1904. He was a prolific writer (perhaps most famous for his fictional book Lord of the World), who also progressed through the hierarchy to become a Chamberlain to Pope Pius X in 1911. In this audiobook he recounts his life, focusing mostly on his decision to join the Roman Catholic church. It is a powerful story of the journey of a man who withstood the social pressures of his time to do what he thought was right.

Enter the shadowy world of The Necromancers by Robert Hugh Benson and discover a novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Follow the story of Oswald Cray, a young man drawn into a world of supernatural intrigue and danger, as he confronts the dark forces that threaten his soul. With its fast-paced plot, gripping characters, and themes of good and evil, The Necromancers is a thrilling and entertaining listen that you won't want to miss. So why wait? Start listening to The Necromancers today and let the supernatural mysteries of this novel keep you captivated from start to finish.https...

Experience the magic of Christmas with Robert Hugh Bensons enchanting play, beautifully narrated and performed by a talented cast. Perfect for the holiday season, this heartfelt production brings to life the timeless story of the Nativity. Join us for a captivating journey that celebrates the spirit of Christmas. (Summary by Mozartjr)

In Elizabethan England, two affluent families find themselves as neighbors, separated not just by land but by deep-seated religious divides—one family staunchly Catholic, the other fiercely Protestant. Amidst this tumultuous backdrop, the young heirs of both families are irresistibly drawn to one another, forging a bond of friendship and love that defies their parents beliefs. As Catholics endure persecution, fines, imprisonment, and even execution for their faith, some choose betrayal, complicating the already fraught landscape. As tensions mount and the plot thickens, unexpected heroes ...

In this thought-provoking apocalyptic novel from the early 1900s, Mr. Benson envisions a future where humanity is divided into two opposing factions Humanitarianism, which venerates man as the ultimate divinity, and Catholicism, which upholds God as the supreme authority. Often regarded as one of the earliest modern dystopias, this compelling narrative explores profound themes of faith, morality, and the human condition. (Summary from an original London Times review and Wikipedia)

In Friendship of Christ, Robert Hugh Benson, an educated man from Eton and Trinity College, Cambridge, takes us on a transformative journey through faith. Ordained an Anglican priest in 1895 by his father, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Benson experienced a profound conversion to Roman Catholicism eight years later, leading to his ordination as a Roman Catholic priest in 1904. Settling in Cambridge, he became the unofficial chaplain for Roman Catholic students. Despite his short life, Benson was a remarkable writer, crafting works that range from devotional literature to historical fiction and ...

Dive into a captivating exploration of human suffering—be it physical, spiritual, or psychological—in Initiation. This intriguing and often witty narrative unfolds a tale that, while tinged with darkness, ultimately reveals the essence of what it means to be truly human. - Summary by Mozartjr

Come Rack! Come Rope! is a gripping historical novel by Robert Hugh Benson, an English priest and writer who transitioned from Anglicanism to Catholicism. Set against the backdrop of the Elizabethan persecution of Catholics in Derbyshire, the story follows two young lovers who, faced with the grim reality of imprisonment and martyrdom, choose to sacrifice their chance for happiness together to fulfill Gods will. Written nearly nine years after Bensons own conversion, the novel draws inspiration from Dom Bede Camms account of the Fitzherbert family in Forgotten Shrines (1910) and from Bensons ...

Where Huxley and Orwell have often been described as prophets of our political world, Robert Hugh Benson’s Lord of the World has gained some equal praise as a prophecy of the religious world. This dystopian science fiction novel published in 1907, prophesies a modern world where the antichrist reigns in the form of philosophical relativism and secular interference. How the world is further built on tolerance and personal freedoms but how religious life, slowly but surely, becomes the receiver of intolerance.

Il titolo originale di questo libro "None Other Gods" indica già che il romanzo è la storia di una conversione. Nel libro si tratta della conversione di un rampollo della nobiltà inglese a una vita in povertà (con un rosario in mano); nella vita dell'autore si tratta della sua conversione dal protestantesimo (fu arcivescovo di Canterbury) al Cattolicesimo.

"Il signore del mondo", pubblicato nel 1907 e scritto dal vescovo cattolico inglese Robert Hugh Benson è effettivamente, come da lui stesso affermato nella sua prefazione, per vari aspetti, un libro sconcertante. Anche se il tessuto narrativo non ha lo spessore del capolavoro letterario, è innegabile che quest'opera colpisce perché sembra scritta da qualcuno che (dettagli tecnologici a parte) abbia potuto gettare uno sguardo sul nostro mondo globalizzato, e vedere il progressivo arrendersi dell'umanità al disumano progetto totalitarista e materialista che lo sta fagocitando.

Robert Hugh Benson, a Catholic priest wrote this short story of the taking the life of a songbird, and the vision that accompanied it.

Embark on the spiritual journey of Robert Hugh Benson, the youngest son of Edward White Benson, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and his wife, Mary. Despite being a renowned writer of his time, Benson is most known for his dramatic shift from Anglicanism to the Roman Catholic Church in 1903, followed by his ordination as a Catholic priest in 1904. In this book, Benson candidly shares his personal journey to the Catholic faith, offering intriguing comparisons between Catholicism and Anglicanism. Join us as we delve into Bensons profound spiritual transformation.

Dive into Light Invisible, a captivating collection of fifteen short ghost stories crafted by Robert Hugh Benson, a former Anglican and later Roman Catholic priest, who lived from 1871 to 1914. Through the lens of a wise old priest sharing tales with his young friend, these stories weave together themes of the supernatural and the spiritual. Benson, a prolific writer across various genres, showcases his hauntingly beautiful horror and ghost fiction in this collection, originally published in 1903, alongside other works like A Mirror of Shalott (1907). Prepare to be enchanted and unsettled by ...

Dive into the eerie world of Robert Hugh Benson, a prolific writer and former Anglican priest turned Roman Catholic, as he weaves together fourteen haunting tales of the strange and supernatural. Set against the backdrop of a gathering of Roman Catholic clergy, these stories explore the depths of horror and the unseen. Bensons ghostly fiction is celebrated in his collections, including The Light Invisible (1903) and A Mirror of Shalott (1907). Join David Wales as he narrates these captivating narratives that linger in the mind long after the last word is spoken.