"The Hermits" by Charles Kingsley is a historical exploration of early Christian hermits and their spiritual quests, set against the backdrop of a declining Roman Empire. It examines the motivations behind the ascetic movement, featuring prominent figures like St. Antony and St. Paul, who sought solitude and a deeper connection with God amidst societal corruption. The book starts by showcasing the despair and yearning for spiritual purity that drove these individuals to abandon worldly life, painting a vivid picture of their pursuit of faith and the establishment of new, solitary paths toward a higher calling as they escaped the chaos around them.
The Hermits
By Charles Kingsley
Driven by despair in a decaying world, individuals abandon society to find solace and spiritual purity in the solitary pursuit of God.
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About the AuthorCharles 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.
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.
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