God the Invisible King by H.G. Wells

Name: God the Invisible King
Author: H.G. Wells

The novel explores a world where God has become invisible and humanity's spiritual lives are declining. The story follows a group of people who attempt to rediscover their faith in the face of this crisis. They form a community that seeks to understand and connect with the divine, but their efforts are met with skepticism and ridicule from those around them. The narrative delves into themes of spirituality, morality, and the human condition, raising questions about the nature of God and humanity's relationship with the divine. The novel critiques modern society's emphasis on materialism and science, arguing that these pursuits have led to a decline in spiritual values. Throughout the story, Wells explores the tension between reason and faith, highlighting the difficulties of reconciling scientific inquiry with spiritual experience. Ultimately, the novel presents a vision of a world where people must choose between their rational understanding of reality and their emotional need for transcendence.

By H.G. Wells · First published 1917 · Genre: Theology, Philosophy, Non-fiction · 46 chapters · 41,552 words

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Perhaps all religions, unless the flaming onset of Mohammedanism be an exception, have dawned imperceptibly upon the world. A little while ago and the thing was not; and then suddenly it has been found in existence, and already in a state of diffusion. People have begun to hear of the new belief first here and then there. It is interesting, for example, to trace how Christianity drifted into the consciousness of the Roman world. But when a religion has been interrogated it has always had hitherto a tale of beginnings, the name and story of a founder. The renascent religion that is now taking shape, it seems, had no founder; it points to no origins. It is the Truth, its believers declare; it has always been here; it has always been visible to those who had eyes to see. It is perhaps plainer than it was and to more people -- that is all.

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Work type: Novel
Author: H.G. Wells
Date: 1917 CE
Language: English
Genres: Theology, Philosophy, Non-fiction, Essay
Length: 41,552 words
Structure: 46 chapters, 375 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Theology — The book explores religious themes and presents a personal vision of God, focusing on spiritual beliefs and theological concepts.
Philosophy — It delves into philosophical discussions about the nature of God and the universe, offering a rational perspective on spirituality.
Non-fiction — The work is a non-fictional account that presents the author's views and arguments rather than a fictional narrative.
Essay — The book is structured as a series of essays, each addressing different aspects of the author's religious and philosophical ideas.