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This book provides a fresh perspective on nineteenthcentury life by examining the nature and context of Christian manliness or muscular Christianity, an ideal of conduct that was widely popular with Victorian preachers and writers. It pays particular attention to Charles Kingsley (author of The WaterBabies) and Thomas Hughes (author of Tom Browns Schooldays). Dr Vance traces the origins of Christian manliness in the traditions of English sporting prowess, in notions of chivalry and gentlemanliness, and in the preaching of vigourous virtue from St Paul to Victorian evangelists. He also considers the social and religious thought of Coleridge, Carlyle, F. D. Maurice and Thomas Arnold, showing how Kingsley and Hughes developed their own ideals of Christian manliness against this background, and in keen response to the troubles of their time: social unrest, religious rancour, war and disease. A final chapter traces the fragmentation and debasement of the ideal in the twentieth century.
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As someone who loves Victorian literature, I found this book to be a fascinating addition to my collection. The analysis of religious thought in that period really helped me understand the characters in other novels better. I can't put it down!
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Leila Adams
Delivery Took Forever
The book itself is interesting, diving into Victorian ideals, but my order took way too long to arrive. I think it was stuck in shipping or something. When it finally got here, I was excited to read it, but that wait was a bit frustrating.
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Jonathan Ellis
A Thought-Provoking Read
I picked up 'The Sinews of the Spirit' after hearing about it in my literature class. The exploration of Christian manliness in Victorian literature was richer than I expected. The author really dives deep into the religious thoughts of the time, making it a fantastic read for anyone interested in that era.
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Emily Chen
Wasn't What I Hoped For
I bought this book thinking it would give me a clear perspective on Christian values during Victorian times, but it felt a bit scattered. Some insights were useful, but others seemed to stray from the main topic. It's okay, just not what I expected.
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Samuel Robinson
Solid Analysis, Great Insights
'The Sinews of the Spirit' offers a compelling analysis of manliness intertwined with faith. I loved how the author connected literature with religious thought, making it relatable even today. Definitely worth a read if you’re into historical critiques!
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