In Victorian England, Jane Fellowes searches for the truth behind Newton's Box-which may in fact contain proof of the existence of God. Tension mounts as those who touch the box suffer strange,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
I agree that this book shows Ms Palmer's skill as a writer. It is the story of two skeptics, two intellectuals who live in a "Christian" nation surrounded by those who attend church every Sunday ,some who truly believe but many more whose beliefs are riddled with contradictions and often no belief at all, rather just a well worn path easily taken. I am no intellectual, not into chemistry or mathmatics but I am very delighted to search for the deep spiritual truths Ms Pamer hides in every book. One part of the book I especially enjoyed was Jane and Thomas's forrey into the seedy side of London, the carnival freaks...God uses the simple to confound the wise!! This is definitely a worthwhile read!
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After recently reading Catherine Palmer's SUNRISE SONG, I wasn't sure if I'd enjoy this historical as much. I was wrong! Exhibiting the height and depth of her writing talent, Ms. Palmer took me on a delightful journey through the English regency period with side stops in some of my favorite subjects--mathematics, chemistry and history. Feisty Jane's search for proof, both of God's existence and to save her father's life, is a true picture of the thinking believer and the struggle between logic and faith. Thomas Norcross is equally intriguing hero with his own thirst for answers and adventure. This couple is a treat, as well as Ms. Palmer's storytelling.
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