Publisher's Synopsis
Sermons On National Subjects is a book written by Charles Kingsley, a nineteenth-century English novelist, poet, and social reformer. The book is a collection of sermons that Kingsley delivered on various national subjects, including war, politics, poverty, and social injustice. The sermons in this book are written in a style that is both passionate and persuasive, as Kingsley uses his platform to speak out against the injustices he sees in society. He argues for the importance of social reform, calling on his readers to take action to improve the lives of the poor and oppressed. Throughout the book, Kingsley also reflects on the role of the Church in society, arguing that it has a responsibility to address social issues and work towards a more just and equitable world. He draws on his own experiences as a parish priest to illustrate his points, and his sermons are filled with vivid imagery and powerful language. Overall, Sermons On National Subjects is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that encourages readers to think critically about the world around them and take action to make it a better place.In all countries, and in all ages, the world has been full of complaints of Law and Government. And one hears the same complaints in England now. You hear complaints that the laws favour one party and one rank more than another, that they are expensive, and harsh, and unfair, and what not?--But I think, my friends, that for us, and especially on this Whit-Sunday, it will be much wiser, instead of complaining of the laws, to complain of ourselves, for needing those laws. For what is it that makes laws necessary at all, except man's sinfulness? Adam required no laws in the garden of Eden.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.
