The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford: A master of the Victorian literature
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ISBN10: 2322596817
ISBN13: 9782322596812
Publisher: Bod - Books on Demand
Published: Sep 18 2025
Pages: 156
Weight: 0.43
Height: 0.36 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
ISBN13: 9782322596812
Publisher: Bod - Books on Demand
Published: Sep 18 2025
Pages: 156
Weight: 0.43
Height: 0.36 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford by Mark Rutherford (William Hale White) is a landmark work of Victorian literature that chronicles the life and spiritual struggles of its eponymous protagonist. The novel, presented as a fictional autobiography, follows Mark Rutherford from his upbringing in a strict dissenting household to his career as a minister and, ultimately, his profound crisis of faith. Through introspective and candid narration, Rutherford recounts his journey through religious doubt, intellectual awakening, and emotional turmoil. He grapples with the limitations of organized religion, the challenges of moral integrity, and the loneliness of a mind at odds with conventional belief. The narrative delves into themes of existentialism, identity, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world, offering a nuanced exploration of the psychological landscape of a man caught between faith and skepticism. Rutherfords experiences are set against the backdrop of Victorian England, with its rigid social structures and evolving attitudes toward religion and science. The novel is notable for its realism, psychological depth, and subtle social commentary. It appeals to readers interested in spiritual crisis, religious doubt, and the complexities of the human soul, making it a classic of psychological fiction and a precursor to existentialist literature.
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