The Pen, The Palm, And The Pulpit (1858)

The Pen, The Palm, And The Pulpit is a book written by John Stoughton and published in 1858. The book is a collection of lectures that Stoughton delivered on the topics of literature, religion, and history. The lectures explore the relationship between these three areas and how they have influenced each other throughout history. The first section of the book focuses on literature, with lectures on the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and other prominent writers. Stoughton discusses the themes and messages in their works and how they reflect the cultural and religious values of their time. The second section of the book is devoted to religion, with lectures on the history of Christianity and the role of the church in society. Stoughton explores the different interpretations of the Bible and the ways in which religion has shaped politics and culture throughout history. The final section of the book examines the intersection of literature and religion, with lectures on the use of allegory and symbolism in literature and the ways in which religious themes have been incorporated into works of fiction. Overall, The Pen, The Palm, And The Pulpit is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between literature, religion, and history. Stoughton's lectures offer insights into the cultural and intellectual currents of his time and continue to be relevant today.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.