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The Altar Steps

Historical Fiction

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The Altar Steps

Exploring Love, Faith, and Redemption in a Small Island CommunityBy Compton MacKenzie

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The Altar Steps

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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.

Journey Coming of Age Identity Family Grief Healing New Adult

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&#x27;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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