Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of George William Foote

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Foote, G. W. (George William), 1850-1915.

Contributor:

Widger, David, 1932-2021?

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of George William Foote" by G. W. Foote is a comprehensive compilation of various writings by the author, possibly written during the late 19th century. This collection encompasses a range of works that delve into themes of freethought, blasphemy, biblical interpretations, and critiques of religion. It serves as an index to his philosophical inquiries and satirical observations on faith and society. The book includes notable titles such as "Prisoner for Blasphemy," where Foote recounts his legal battles against blasphemy charges, reflecting on the nature of religion and personal belief. It features essays like "Flowers of Freethought," which presents a series of thought-provoking critiques on Christianity and discusses philosophical notions of morality and justice. Additionally, "Bible Romances" creatively reframes biblical stories to highlight absurdities in religious narratives, while "Voltaire: A Sketch of His Life" offers insights into the life and influence of the iconic philosopher. Throughout, Foote's works challenge traditional beliefs, advocating for secularism and rational thought in a society grappling with religious authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2019-05-26