Boswell's Life of Johnson

Boswell's Life of Johnson
Author: James Boswell
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 535
Release: 2019-11-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

This book is an abridged and edited version of James Boswell's classic work, "Life of Johnson," featuring an introduction by Charles Grosvenor Osgood, a professor of English at Princeton University. In this abridgement, most of Boswell's criticisms, comments, and notes have been omitted, as well as Johnson's opinions in legal cases and parts of the conversation that were more important in Boswell's time than now. The book contains enough of the original work to illustrate all the phases of Johnson's mind and the time that Boswell observed. The book discusses the artistry of Boswell's work and its importance as a biography.

Ten Reasons Proposed to His Adversaries for Disputation in the Name of the Faith

Ten Reasons Proposed to His Adversaries for Disputation in the Name of the Faith
Author: Edmund Saint Campion
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2023-08-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

Edmund Saint Campion's 'Ten Reasons Proposed to His Adversaries for Disputation in the Name of the Faith' is a profound and intellectually stimulating work that delves into the intricacies of the Catholic faith during a time of religious turmoil. Written in a persuasive and logical style reminiscent of classical rhetoric, Campion presents ten compelling reasons defending the teachings of Catholicism against its adversaries, offering a unique insight into the theological debates of the era. This book is a valuable resource for scholars of religious history and those interested in understanding the intellectual foundations of the Catholic faith. Edmund Saint Campion, a Jesuit priest and renowned theologian, was a key figure in the Counter-Reformation and known for his eloquent defense of Catholic doctrine. His profound knowledge and unwavering faith led him to engage in scholarly debates and intellectual discourse, making significant contributions to the Catholic intellectual tradition. I highly recommend 'Ten Reasons Proposed to His Adversaries for Disputation in the Name of the Faith' to readers who seek a deeper understanding of Catholic theology and its defense in the face of opposition. Campion's erudite arguments and eloquent writing make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious thought.