Books by "James Wells Champney"
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Explores forty-four southern artists and eighty of their works.
The Greatest Religious Novels of All Time
by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Gustave Flaubert, Mark Twain, Henryk Sienkiewicz, Dante Alighieri, George MacDonald, Anatole France, Henry Van Dyke, Robert Hugh Benson, Arthur Christopher Benson, Leonid Andreyev, John Bunyan, Grace Livingston Hill, Voltaire, Paul Laurence Dunbar, John Milton, Charles M. Sheldon, Marie Corelli, John Henry Newman, James Joyce, G. K. Chesterton, Friedrich Nietzsche, Anton Chekhov, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Prentice Mulford
2023 · DigiCat
The anthology titled 'The Greatest Religious Novels of All Time' embarks on an enlightening exploration of the spiritual and metaphysical, offering a mesmerizing traverse through literary history. This collection brings together a stunning diversity of narrative styles and deeply philosophical inquiries, ranging from profound theological musings to vibrant social commentaries, all framed around religious or existential themes. The works capture the essence of faith and doubt, morality and humanity, serving as both mirrors and maps for spiritual introspection. Certain narratives provide poignant tales of personal redemption while others engage with the divine in boldly unorthodox manners, illustrating the vast spectrum of how religion and spirituality can be approached in literature. The roster of contributing authors spans centuries and continents, each with distinct cultural backgrounds and ideological leanings that inject richness into this anthology. From Goethe and Flaubert of Europe's Enlightenment to Chekhov and Dostoevsky of Russia's intense philosophical tradition, and spanning fields as varied as the mysticism of Dante to the satirical sharpness of Voltaire, these authors collectively contribute to a mosaic of perspectives. Their works align with pivotal historical and cultural movements, reflecting the evolving dialogue between faith, reason, and artistic expression that defines the human experience. 'By engaging with 'The Greatest Religious Novels of All Time,' readers are invited into an intellectual pilgrimage—a nuanced and multi-perspective dialogue with some of history's most profound religious thinkers and storytellers. The anthology is not merely a collection, but an educational odyssey, offering a unique opportunity to witness the confluence of literary art, religiosity, and philosophical discourse. Ideal for both casual readers seeking inspiration and scholars studying the intersections of literature and theology, this collection provides illuminating insights into diverse spiritual landscapes, ensuring an enriching experience for all who venture into its pages.
The Battle of Darkness and Light
by Dante Alighieri, James Joyce, Mark Twain, Anton Chekhov, John Milton, Leo Tolstoy, John Bunyan, Voltaire, Henryk Sienkiewicz, Charles M. Sheldon, Henry Van Dyke, G. K. Chesterton, Grace Livingston Hill, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Friedrich Nietzsche, John Henry Newman, Gustave Flaubert, Robert Hugh Benson, Arthur Christopher Benson, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Prentice Mulford, Anatole France, Marie Corelli, Leonid Andreyev, George MacDonald
2021 · e-artnow
e-artnow presents to you this meticulously edited cothe collection of the world's greatest novels and stories with religious theme and spiritual messages: _x000D_ Divine Comedy (Dante Alighieri)_x000D_ Paradise Lost (John Milton)_x000D_ The Pilgrim's Progress (John Bunyan)_x000D_ Zadig (Voltaire)_x000D_ Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (Lew Wallace)_x000D_ Quo Vadis (Henryk Sienkiewicz)_x000D_ In His Steps (Charles M. Sheldon)_x000D_ The Story of the Other Wise Man (Henry Van Dyke)_x000D_ The Ball and the Cross (G. K. Chesterton)_x000D_ The Enchanted Barn (Grace Livingston Hill)_x000D_ The Grand Inquisitor (Fyodor Dostoevsky)_x000D_ Thus Spoke Zarathustra (Friedrich Nietzsche)_x000D_ Faust (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)_x000D_ The Holy War (John Bunyan)_x000D_ Callista: A Tale of the Third Century (John Henry Newman)_x000D_ Martyr of the Catacombs: A Tale of Ancient Rome (James De Mille)_x000D_ The Temptation of St. Anthony (Gustave Flaubert)_x000D_ Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc (Mark Twain)_x000D_ Lord of the World (Robert Hugh Benson)_x000D_ The Child of the Dawn (Arthur Christopher Benson)_x000D_ Where Love is There God is Also (Leo Tolstoy)_x000D_ Loss and Gain: The Story of a Convert (John Henry Newman)_x000D_ The Uncalled (Paul Laurence Dunbar)_x000D_ The Swamp Angel (Prentice Mulford)_x000D_ The Revolt of the Angels (Anatole France)_x000D_ The Mysterious Stranger (Mark Twain)_x000D_ The Sorrows of Satan (Marie Corelli)_x000D_ Satan's Diary (Leonid Andreyev)_x000D_ Lilith (George MacDonald)_x000D_ Grace (James Joyce)_x000D_ The Student (Anton Chekhov)_x000D_