French Prophets Of Yesterday - Albert Leon Guerard - Bog

French Prophets of Yesterday: A Study of Religious Thought Under the Second Empire is a book written by Albert Leon Guerard. The book explores the religious thought and beliefs of the French people during the reign of Napoleon III from 1852 to 1870. Guerard examines the different religious movements that emerged during this period, including Catholicism, Protestantism, and Judaism, as well as the rise of new religious sects and cults.The author provides a detailed analysis of the ideas and beliefs of prominent religious figures of the time, such as Abb����� Lamennais, Ernest Renan, and Auguste Comte. He also explores the impact of scientific and philosophical developments on religious thought, including the influence of Darwinism and positivism.Guerard's book is a comprehensive study of the religious landscape in France during the Second Empire, and provides insights into the social, political, and cultural factors that shaped religious beliefs during this period. It is an important work for scholars of French history, religion, and philosophy, as well as anyone interested in the intellectual and cultural history of France.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.