ST MATTHEW (THE EVANGELISTIC BEASTS) by D.H. Lawrence: A novel that explores the themes of spirituality, morality, and the human condition through a series of dream-like episodes and vignettes. The book is structured around the figure of St Matthew, who serves as a symbol of the divine and the spiritual journey of the protagonist. Through his encounters with various characters, including a prostitute, a priest, and a group of children, the protagonist grapples with questions of faith, morality, and the nature of God. Ultimately, the book suggests that true spirituality involves a deep connection with the natural world and a rejection of traditional religious dogma.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1927 · Genre: Religious, Spirituality, Historical Fiction