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_aLytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, _d1803-1873 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Fallen Star, or, the History of a False Religion by E.L. Bulwer; And, A Dissertation on the Origin of Evil by Lord Brougham |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-08-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Deley, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Fallen Star, or, the History of a False Religion" by E.L. Bulwer is a philosophical allegory interwoven with an exploration of theological themes, likely written during the early 19th century. The narrative contrasts the emergence of false religions and the power dynamics between divine forces and humanity, centering on the figure of Morven, the son of a herdsman, who aspires for greatness and struggles against the established norms of his society. The opening of the work introduces us to a celestial realm where the stars are portrayed as powerful overseers of humanity’s fate, addressing their dominion over earthly matters with stoic detachment. Among them, a lesser star, filled with discontent, desires a charge greater than his inferior lot among the more glorious stars. This desire leads to the archangel granting him the opportunity to influence a mortal named Morven. The stage is set for Morven’s philosophical journey, as he contemplates the nature of power, religion, and the human condition while gradually rising to prominence among his people through prophecy, deceit, and manipulation of the beliefs that govern their lives. In doing so, the text invites readers to reflect on the origins of religious beliefs and the human penchant for credulity in the face of supernatural claims. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aReligion | ||
| 653 | _aFree thought | ||
| 653 | _aGood and evil | ||
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_aBrougham and Vaux, Henry Brougham, Baron, _d1778-1868 |
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