Creation and Its Records

Baden-Powell, B. H. (Baden Henry), 1841-1901Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.5

Word count: 346K words
Chapters: 35

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.Creation and Its Records by B. H. Baden-PowellAuthor: Baden-Powell, B. H. (Baden Henry), 1841-1901,Language: English, Class: BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism, Release Date: Jul 8, 2004

Editor's review

This book is Baden-Powell's religious-philosophical discussion of "Creation" and the related records, classified under general religion; it serves as a primary text for understanding late nineteenth-century English-language debates on the subject. Its value lies not in offering definitive conclusions but in showing how one author organized arguments and addressed questions on the basis of texts and the intellectual framework of his time, allowing readers to observe the interaction between religious issues and the academic context of the era. As a public-domain eBook from Project Gutenberg, it is easy to obtain and search, making it suitable for excerpting and comparative reading. Readers should approach it with a questioning mind, distinguishing the author's argumentative steps from their own position, and need not treat the views in the book as ready-made conclusions. Overall it suits research-oriented and interested readers rather than those seeking a systematic introductory textbook.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in religious philosophy and the creation debate who are willing to read English originals
Students of literature and history studying late nineteenth-century religious debate and English academic writing
Readers who need public-domain electronic texts for excerpting, comparison, and organizing materials
Advanced readers with the patience for long argumentative texts who are used to taking notes while reading

Not a good fit for

Beginners hoping for a systematic introductory textbook on theology or religious philosophy
General readers who prefer light narrative and have limited patience for argumentative texts
Readers who struggle with English reading and need full translation and annotation support

Reading tips

Begin with the table of contents and the opening and closing paragraphs of each chapter, mapping the author's core arguments and line of reasoning.
Keep a sheet of paper for key terms and questions, and write a three-sentence summary after each chapter.
Mark quotations and terminology as you go, look them up together, then reread the relevant passages.
If using the book only as a resource, read selectively by theme rather than insisting on reading it through.

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or English?

This is an English public-domain e-book released by Project Gutenberg; the main text is in English and no Chinese translation is included. Chinese readers will need some English reading ability, or tools and reference materials to assist comprehension.

Can I read it without a background in religion or philosophy?

Yes, but it will be fairly demanding. The book builds its argument around creation and related records and touches on general religious topics. It is advisable to first learn some basic background, or to treat it as a text for observing argumentative methods rather than as an introductory textbook.

What kind of reading approach does the e-book suit?

Public-domain e-books are convenient for searching and excerpting, and suit theme-based skipping, keyword comparison, and note-taking. For a full read-through, it is advisable to proceed chapter by chapter and write summaries, rather than forcing your way through long arguments all at once.

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About the author

Baden-Powell, B. H. (Baden Henry), 1841-1901 Author · British · 1841–1901

Baden-Powell, B. H. (Baden Henry), 1841–1901, was a British colonial official and jurist who served for many years in India. His writings center chiefly on Indian land systems, attending to institutional change and legal provisions, and remain useful reference material for the study of land relations and administrative law in British India. Besides his work on land tenure, he was the author of Creation and Its Records; the library holds one of his works. He was not a popular writer known for literary style, but an official who recorded and discussed legal and institutional questions in the colony, addressing mainly colleagues and scholars of Indian history. Because public information is limited, details of his life and scholarly influence await further verification.