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100 1 _aWatson, Sydney,
_d1847?-1917
245 1 1 _a"In the twinkling of an eye"
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2022
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2022-08-09
508 _aRichard 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.)
520 _a"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.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: Bible Institute of Los Angeles, 1918
653 _aChristian fiction
653 _aJournalists -- Fiction
653 _aSecond Advent -- Fiction
653 _aRapture (Christian eschatology) -- Fiction
653 _aLondon (England) -- History -- 20th century -- Fiction
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/intwinklingofeye00watsrich
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68722
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