| Author |
Benson, Robert Hugh, 1871-1914 |
| Translator |
Wyzewa, Teodor de, 1862-1917 |
| Uniform Title |
Confessions of a convert. French
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| Title |
Les confessions d'un converti
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Perrin et Cie, 1914.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Polona digital library)
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| Summary |
"Les confessions d'un converti" by Robert Hugh Benson is a religious autobiographical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the author's personal journey of faith, detailing his transformation from being raised in the Anglican tradition to eventually embracing Catholicism. The book reflects on his upbringing in a prominent Anglican family, examining the influences that shaped his religious beliefs, as well as the internal struggles he faced during this profound transition. The opening portion of the memoir sets the stage for Benson's reflections on his religious evolution. He begins by acknowledging the complexity of retracing his spiritual journey, describing how various external influences impacted his understanding of faith. He recounts formative experiences from his childhood, his education within the Anglican Church, and the significant role his father played in his religious development. Benson articulates his early beliefs and doubts, illustrating a gradual awakening to the Catholic faith while grappling with the emotional and intellectual challenges that come with such a conversion. As he contemplates the essence of true spirituality, he candidly admits the difficulty of fully appreciating the prior beliefs that have grown distant in his memory, setting a thoughtful and introspective tone for the rest of the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Benson, Robert Hugh, 1871-1914
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| Subject |
Catholic Church -- England -- Clergy -- Biography
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| Subject |
Catholic converts -- England -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74842 |
| Release Date |
Dec 5, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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