The Altar Steps
Exploring Love, Faith, and Redemption in a Small Island CommunityBy Compton MacKenzie
Length11h 35m
About this audiobook
In "The Altar Steps," Compton MacKenzie presents a rich tapestry of human emotion and spiritual inquiry, set against the backdrop of a fictional Scottish village. The novel intertwines themes of faith, identity, and the complexities of personal sacrifice, delivered through MacKenzie'Äôs nuanced prose, which reflects both humor and profound introspection. The backdrop of post-World War I Britain highlights a society grappling with disillusionment, yet brimming with fervor for renewal, making this a poignant exploration of the human spirit's resilience. Compton MacKenzie, a Scottish author and a notable figure in British literature, drew upon his experiences as a soldier and a passionate advocate for Scottish culture to craft this evocative work. His deep understanding of the human condition, combined with his keen insights into the socio-political context of the early 20th century, informs the novel's exploration of faith and moral dilemmas, echoing his personal struggles with belief and identity. This book is a must-read for those interested in the intersection of spirituality and literature. MacKenzie'Äôs lyrical narrative invites readers to reflect on their own spiritual journeys, making "The Altar Steps" a timeless meditation on the nature of faith and the importance of finding one'Äôs place within the community.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length11 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 11, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16CHAPTER XIX: THE ALTAR FOR THE DEAD
2CHAPTER V: PALM SUNDAY
17CHAPTER XX: FATHER ROWLEY
3CHAPTER VI: NANCEPEAN
18CHAPTER XXI: POINTS OF VIEW
4CHAPTER VII: LIFE AT NANCEPEAN
19CHAPTER XXII: SISTER ESTHER MAGDALENE
5CHAPTER VIII: THE WRECK
20CHAPTER XXIII: MALFORD ABBEY
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6CHAPTER IX: SLOWBRIDGE
21CHAPTER XXIV: THE ORDER OF ST. GEORGE
7CHAPTER X: WHIT-SUNDAY
22CHAPTER XXV: SUSCIPE ME, DOMINE
8CHAPTER XI: MEADE CANTORUM
23CHAPTER XXVI: ADDITION
9CHAPTER XII: THE POMEROY AFFAIR
24CHAPTER XXVII: MULTIPLICATION
10CHAPTER XIII WYCH-ON-THE-WOLD
25CHAPTER XXVIII: DIVISION
11CHAPTER XIV: ST. MARK'S DAY
26CHAPTER XXIX: SUBTRACTION
12CHAPTER XV: THE SCHOLARSHIP
27CHAPTER XXX: THE NEW BISHOP OF SILCHESTER
13CHAPTER XVI: CHATSEA
28CHAPTER XXXI: SILCHESTER THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
14CHAPTER XVII: THE DRUNKEN PRIEST
29CHAPTER XXXII: EMBER DAYS
15CHAPTER XVIII: SILCHESTER COLLEGE MISSION
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