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Title: The Great Discovery

Note: Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: The great discovery -- The revival of patriotism -- The shadow of the cross -- The power of prayer -- The victory -- The cities of the plain.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Great Discovery" by Norman Maclean is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the spiritual and ethical transformations in society during the tumultuous times of World War I, capturing the struggles, faith, and newfound realizations of communities affected by the war. The narrative emphasizes the plight of individuals confronting death and loss, while discovering deeper connections with God and each other amidst the chaos. The opening of "The Great Discovery" introduces the author’s observations of a parish grappling with the consequences of war. As the sound of distant gunfire becomes a reality, the once contented community is shaken from its complacency, leading to a collective awakening to the meaning of life, faith, and prayer. Figures who were previously indifferent to religious practices find themselves drawn to the church, compelled to seek solace and connection in a time of crisis. The narrative highlights moments of awakening for individuals, the power of prayer, and the unifying effect of shared suffering, ultimately revealing a profound rediscovery of God and purpose in the face of tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Maclean, Norman, 1869-1952

EBook No.: 33635

Published: Sep 4, 2010

Downloads: 45

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Great Britain

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Religious aspects

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Great Discovery

Note: Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Contents: The great discovery -- The revival of patriotism -- The shadow of the cross -- The power of prayer -- The victory -- The cities of the plain.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Great Discovery" by Norman Maclean is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the spiritual and ethical transformations in society during the tumultuous times of World War I, capturing the struggles, faith, and newfound realizations of communities affected by the war. The narrative emphasizes the plight of individuals confronting death and loss, while discovering deeper connections with God and each other amidst the chaos. The opening of "The Great Discovery" introduces the author’s observations of a parish grappling with the consequences of war. As the sound of distant gunfire becomes a reality, the once contented community is shaken from its complacency, leading to a collective awakening to the meaning of life, faith, and prayer. Figures who were previously indifferent to religious practices find themselves drawn to the church, compelled to seek solace and connection in a time of crisis. The narrative highlights moments of awakening for individuals, the power of prayer, and the unifying effect of shared suffering, ultimately revealing a profound rediscovery of God and purpose in the face of tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Maclean, Norman, 1869-1952

EBook No.: 33635

Published: Sep 4, 2010

Downloads: 45

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Great Britain

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Religious aspects

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.