Prisoner for Blasphemy by G. W. Foote

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Author Foote, G. W. (George William), 1850-1915
Title Prisoner for Blasphemy
Note Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Prisoner for Blasphemy" by G. W. Foote is a historical account published in the late 19th century. This work chronicles Foote's personal experiences as he battles legal persecution for blasphemy in England, shedding light on the broader struggle for freedom of expression and religious criticism during a time when such views were often met with severe repercussions. At the start of the text, the author reflects on his journey in founding the "Freethinker" publication with the aim of challenging religious dogma and superstition. Foote notes the immediate backlash from religious groups, leading to his summons for blasphemy. He vividly recounts a day spent in leisure, abruptly interrupted by the shocking notice of his prosecution, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the legal battles to come. In his opening, he establishes his defiant stance against oppressive laws and hints at the imminent challenges he and his compatriots will face as they navigate a legal system heavily influenced by religious bias. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Trials (Blasphemy) -- Great Britain
Subject Blasphemy
Category Text
EBook-No. 7076
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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