Publisher's Synopsis
The Establishment Or The Church In Danger: A Satire is a book written by an anonymous author who is believed to be an Archdeacon. The book was first published in 1870 and is a satirical take on the Church of England and its establishment.The book is set in the fictional town of Clapham and follows the story of a group of clergymen who are trying to save the Church from what they see as a threat to its establishment. The group is led by the Bishop of Clapham, who is portrayed as a pompous and self-important figure.The main target of the satire is the Church's obsession with its own establishment and the power and influence it wields. The author uses humor and irony to highlight the absurdity of the Church's position and to show how it has lost touch with the needs and concerns of ordinary people.The book is also critical of the Church's relationship with the state and the way in which it has become entangled in politics. The author argues that the Church should focus on its spiritual mission rather than trying to maintain its position of power and influence.Overall, The Establishment Or The Church In Danger: A Satire is a witty and insightful critique of the Church of England and its establishment. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Church and its relationship with the state.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
