Old Daniel

Hodson, ThomasProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.3

Word count: 95K words
Chapters: 10

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Old Daniel by Thomas HodsonAuthor: Hodson, Thomas,Language: English, Class: BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship, Release Date: Oct 20, 2007

Editor's review

Old Daniel was written by Thomas Hodson and is included in Project Gutenberg. In classification terms, the book belongs to Christian practical theology and worship within philosophy, psychology, and religion rather than to fictional narrative; its content points to religious practice and the life of faith. Project Gutenberg was founded by Michael Hart in 1971 and was the earliest provider of free e-books. As one of its public-domain texts, this book offers readers a free channel for encountering early writing on Christian practice. Its value lies in presenting the language style and themes of concern of religious writing from a certain period, making it suitable as material for reading religious texts and for language study. Because the original materials provide only classification and author information, the specific chapter structure should not be speculated upon. In terms of reading scenarios, it is suitable for readers interested in Christian practical theology, religious writing, or public-domain literature; general readers with no interest in religious themes may find it remote. This book is in the original English, and its language bears the marks of its period; it is advisable to approach it as documentary reading rather than as popular reading.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in Christian practical theology and religious writing
Scholars studying public-domain religious texts and textual circulation
Learners with good English reading ability who wish to expand religious vocabulary
People in churches or faith communities who wish to consult early practical writing

Not a good fit for

General readers with no interest at all in religious themes
Beginners with weak English foundations who need translation support
Readers expecting novelistic plots and character stories

Reading tips

Read the table of contents and preface first to understand the book's structure and purpose before scheduling progress
Mark religious terminology and period expressions while reading, and look them up together for comprehension
Read alongside introductory material on Christian practical theology to lower the threshold
After each chapter, write a few English points to sort out the line of argument

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

What type of book is this?

The book is classified under Christian practical theology and worship within philosophy, psychology, and religion; it is religious practical writing rather than fiction. Readers should approach it with the expectations appropriate to such texts rather than looking for plot.

Can I read it without a religious background?

You can, but it requires some patience. The book involves Christian practice and expressions of faith, and comprehension will be more difficult without background knowledge. It is advisable to first acquire basic concepts or read it alongside introductory works.

Why is there only an English edition?

The book was released by Project Gutenberg, which mainly collects public-domain English texts and provides them free in electronic form. Therefore this book is in the original English, without a Chinese translation or annotations.

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Hodson, Thomas Author

Thomas Hodson is an author about whom limited public information is available; his full English name, nationality, and dates of birth and death have not been reliably recorded. Only one work by him is currently held in the collection, namely Old Daniel. Because detailed material on his life and writing background is lacking, it is difficult to sketch an accurate overall picture of his career as a writer. The surviving work nonetheless suggests that he focused on character-centered narrative subjects, with a style inclined to build the story around the experiences of a specific figure. Works of this kind generally draw readers through characterization and plot development, and may lean toward realism and the presentation of everyday experience. For readers wishing to learn about Hodson, Old Daniel is at present the main entry point into his literary world and the direct basis for judging his thematic interests and narrative sensibility.