Loss And Gain (1848)

Loss and Gain is a novel written by John Henry Newman and published in 1848. The story follows the life of Charles Reding, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is torn between his Catholic faith and the intellectual pursuits of his Oxford education.After a series of events, including the death of his friend and the influence of a charismatic priest, Reding converts to Catholicism. He must then navigate the challenges that come with his newfound faith, including the disapproval of his family and the loss of some of his friendships.Throughout the novel, Newman explores themes of faith, reason, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. He also delves into the complexities of religious conversion and the impact it can have on an individual's relationships and sense of identity.Loss and Gain is considered one of Newman's most important works and is often cited as a significant contribution to Catholic literature. It is a thought-provoking and engaging read that offers insight into the spiritual journey of one young man and the questions and challenges that arise along the way.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.