“Lions would have fared better, had lions been the artists.”
Quote by John Henry Newman
Work
Lectures on the present position of Catholics in England: adressed to the brothers of the Oratory
The text delves into the social, religious, and political context of Catholics in England, providing a detailed analysis of their position and challenges faced during the time of its publication. more
Author
John Henry Newman
John Henry Newman was an influential British theologian, philosopher, and writer, known for his contributions to religious philosophy, moral philosophy, and literary criticism. He was born on February 21, 1801, and died on August 11, 1890. Newman was educated at Oxford University and later became a Catholic priest, holding several important positions in the church in Britain and Ireland. more
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