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A global plague has decimated England's male population and the once-predictable Gosling family is now free to fulfill its long-frustrated desires. When Mr. Gosling leaves his family to peruse his sexual vices, the Gosling daughters, who lack experience and self-independence, find shelter in a matriarchal commune. However their new life is threatened by the community elders' views on free love.

This captivating 1926 collection features sixteen thought-provoking essays on religion by prominent figures of the early 20th century, primarily authors. Originally published in The London Daily Express, the anthology includes the insights of notable writers such as Arnold Bennett, Hugh Walpole, and Rebecca West, alongside esteemed personalities like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Israel Zangwill. Join us on a reflective journey through their diverse perspectives on faith and spirituality, as compiled by David Wales.

At just three years old, Victor Stotts intellect surpasses that of any known human, earning him the title of the Hampdenshire Wonder. Born to an extraordinary cricketer, Victor becomes a captivating enigma to everyone he meets. In this early science fiction novel by J. D. Beresford, written in the style of his friend H. G. Wells, we explore the brief yet profound life of this remarkable child and the lasting impact he has on those who care for him. - Summary by Phil Benson