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050 4 _aBV
100 1 _aTayler, Charles B.
_q(Charles Benjamin),
_d1797-1875
240 1 4 _aThe bar of iron : or, unsanctified affliction, a true story. Finnish
245 1 0 _aRautakanki ja kuinka viimein kävi : tosikertomus
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-02-21
508 _aProduced by Tapio Riikonen
520 _a"Rautakanki ja kuinka viimein kävi: tosikertomus" by Charles B. Tayler is a narrative focused on the themes of suffering and redemption, written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Richard Norman, a young blacksmith whose struggles with sorrow, sin, and the consequences of his actions unfold through his relationships with his wife, Maria, and their children. The work likely addresses deep moral and spiritual questions, examining how an individual's choices can lead to personal ruin and the potential for renewal through faith. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces a rural pastor reflecting on the impact of suffering on the human heart, suggesting that pain can lead to transformation if it is sanctified by the Holy Spirit. It describes a dark evening when the pastor encounters Richard in his forge, illustrating the contrast between the brightness of the forge and the surrounding gloom. As the pastor contemplates the spirit of the tempered iron and its reflection of the human experience, the opening sets the stage for Richard's internal battle with his vices, primarily alcoholism. The dynamics between Richard and Maria soon come to light, showcasing her poignant love and concern for her husband as he descends deeper into despair, hinting at the tragic events to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSuffering -- Religious aspects -- Christianity
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31336
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