Charles Kingsley
Charles Kingsley was a broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian, novelist and poet. He is particularly associated with Christian socialism, the working men's college, and forming labour cooperatives, which failed, but encouraged later working reforms.
Town Geology
The book "Town Geology" by Charles Kingsley offers a fascinating exploration of the geological history and processes that have shaped the landscape of a town, revealing the complex and dynamic forces that have created the world around us.
By Charles Kingsley
The Hermits
Driven by despair in a decaying world, individuals abandon society to find solace and spiritual purity in the solitary pursuit of God.
By Charles Kingsley
Lectures Delivered in America in 1874
** Discover how valuing historical monuments and landmarks strengthens national identity and helps forge connections between continents.
By Charles Kingsley
The Ancien RĂ©gime
Explore the explosive societal pressures that led to revolution through an examination of class division, aristocratic decay, and governmental overreach in pre-revolutionary France.
By Charles Kingsley
Two Years Ago, Volume II.
In a town buzzing with anticipation for a lord's return, a doctor prepares for a potential health crisis, revealing the hidden tensions and social complexities bubbling beneath the surface.
By Charles Kingsley
The Good News of God
Explore a series of sermons that reveal how understanding the kind and loving nature of God can transform believers' lives and their love for others.
By Charles Kingsley
Scientific Essays and Lectures
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By Charles Kingsley
Daily Thoughts: selected from the writings of Charles Kingsley by his wife
Discover timeless wisdom and inspiration for everyday living through reflections on morality, nature, and faith.
By Charles Kingsley
The Saint's Tragedy
Torn between palace life and a calling to serve the needy, a royal woman must confront agonizing choices to embrace her spiritual destiny.
By Charles Kingsley
Two Years Ago, Volume I
Amidst social change and a nation's turmoil, two friends journey into their past, confronting personal battles and moral questions when a devastating pestilence forces them to reflect on their lives.
By Charles Kingsley
True Words for Brave Men: A Book for Soldiers' and Sailors' Libraries
Discover how faith, duty, and courage intertwine in a collection of powerful messages crafted to bolster the spirits and moral resolve of soldiers and sailors.
By Charles Kingsley
Andromeda, and Other Poems
A princess is offered as a sacrifice to appease vengeful gods, forcing her parents to decide whether or not to save their kingdom.
By Charles Kingsley
Twenty-Five Village Sermons
Discover a 19th-century rector's spiritual insights that bridge the gap between the divine and the everyday, urging a recognition of God's glory in the world.
By Charles Kingsley
Sermons for the Times
Can people find redemption and improve society by closely investigating their moral duties and interpersonal relationships through Christian teachings?
By Charles Kingsley
The Water-Babies
In The Water-Babies, Tom, a dirty and ill-tempered young chimney-sweep, tumbles into a river and, through his experiences as a water-baby, undergoes a transformation, learning valuable lessons and growing as a person.
By Charles Kingsley
Madam How and Lady Why; Or, First Lessons in Earth Lore for Children
Embark on a journey of discovery with two young boys as they explore the wonders of nature, guided by personified characters who reveal the secrets behind the earth's mysteries.
By Charles Kingsley
Alexandria and Her Schools Four Lectures Delivered at the Philosophical Institution, Edinburgh
Journey back to ancient Egypt, where the pursuit of knowledge clashed with the tides of history, shaping intellect, culture, and civilization forever.
By Charles Kingsley
Sanitary and Social Lectures and Essays
Discover how women's roles in the home and local community can drive widespread change and improve society's health and moral compass.
By Charles Kingsley
Hypatia — or New Foes with an Old Face
In a world on the brink of change, a brilliant woman's life becomes a battleground where ancient wisdom clashes with rising religious fervor.
By Charles Kingsley
Glaucus; Or, The Wonders of the Shore
Transforming idle beach visits into thrilling explorations, this book unveils the hidden marvels of marine life and ignites a passion for nature's wonders.
By Charles Kingsley