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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.

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.

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.

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.

This collection comprises another 40 stories by and inspired by the originators of weird fiction. From White's seminal body-shocker, Lukundoo, through to Howard's dastardly Pigeons from Hell, and Benson's nightmarish The Room in The Tower. Time immemorial; worlds unimaginable.

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)

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

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 ...

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...

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 ...

Karen Taylor may be just 12 years old, but she's old enough to know it's time for her to grow up and play a part in shaping her world. There are dangerous forces at work out there, forces she is just beginning to understand, and they are threatening the people and places she loves. When she meets a man working with a surveyor to map out a section of the woods, she stumbles onto a secret plan to build a large industrial plant. The new plant has serious implications for Karen and her town, and for a rare salamander that lives nearby.

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...

Welcome to Leaf by Leaf, the podcast where you’ll find inspiration and helpful plant information. From hardy native species to exotic houseplants, we explore local favorites and global treasures, ensuring there's something for everyone. Tune in to celebrate the joy of plants! I rely heavily on AI to research the topics and to produce the scripts for each podcast. I create the ideas for and the outline of each podcast and "lord over" the AI with intense scrutiny, assuring you get the best possible information and entertaining delivery. Thank you for joining us.

What does it mean to pray without ceasing? Is it really that important to pray as the early Church did? In this installment of The Ancient Practices series, Robert Benson presents a structure for our lives where we can live in continued awareness of God’s presence and reality. A pattern for...

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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.

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.

Nothing could excite Dr. Beach O'Neill more than the possibility of discovering an unknown species of bird. His world is flipped out of control when a south Texas ranch foreman reports seeing a strange red bird on the banks of an isolated river where O'Neill is conducting research. Things turn bad when Beach discovers the mutilated body of the foreman. The county sheriff thinks O'Neill is the killer, but doesn't have evidence to prove it.