The Four Great Evils Of The Day (1871)

The Four Great Evils Of The Day is a book written by Henry Edward Manning in 1871. The book is an analysis of the four major issues that Manning believed were the most pressing social and moral problems of his time. These four evils were identified as socialism, communism, nihilism, and rationalism.Manning, who was a prominent Catholic cardinal and theologian, argued that these four evils were interconnected and posed a serious threat to the stability of society. He believed that socialism and communism were dangerous because they sought to undermine the traditional institutions of private property and family life. Nihilism, on the other hand, rejected all moral and religious values and advocated for the destruction of existing social structures. Rationalism, according to Manning, was a misguided belief in the power of human reason to solve all problems, which led to a rejection of faith and the supernatural.Throughout the book, Manning offers a critique of each of these four evils and proposes solutions to combat them. He argues that the only way to overcome these problems is through a return to traditional values and a renewed commitment to the Christian faith. The book is a passionate call to action for readers to take a stand against the threats facing society and to work towards a better future.Overall, The Four Great Evils Of The Day is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers a unique perspective on the social and moral issues of the late 19th century. It remains a relevant and important read for anyone interested in the history of social and political thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.