02706cam a22003733u 4500 68722 UtSlPG 20260610134604.0 m cr n 260607r20221918utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 18020667 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Watson, Sydney, 1847?-1917 "In the twinkling of an eye" Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-08-09 Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "In the Twinkling of an Eye" by Sydney Watson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book appears to revolve around a blend of fiction and Christian themes, focusing on the concepts of redemption and the anticipation of Christ's return. The initial chapters introduce Tom Hammond, a disillusioned journalist facing sudden career upheaval, as well as major events that unfold in his life, hinting at a broader exploration of faith and moral dilemmas. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone, presenting Tom Hammond as a man grappling with disappointment after losing his job due to organizational changes in a newspaper company. As he wanders through lively London, his chance encounter with an old friend opens opportunities for a new beginning in his journalistic career, aligning with a sense of newfound purpose. Alongside this personal journey, the narrative foreshadows deeper human experiences through a dramatic incident that leads to Tom saving a woman from drowning, emphasizing themes of compassion and the struggles of life in a bustling city. The author's initial foreword indicates a desire to reach readers through relatable storytelling while addressing profound spiritual truths, ultimately aiming to inspire reflection on readiness for the return of the Lord. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Bible Institute of Los Angeles, 1918 Christian fiction Journalists -- Fiction Second Advent -- Fiction Rapture (Christian eschatology) -- Fiction London (England) -- History -- 20th century -- Fiction https://archive.org/details/intwinklingofeye00watsrich https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68722 109526 109526