This book is a collection of two of Charles Kingsley's most famous works: Hypatia, a historical novel set in the early days of Christianity, and II, a collection of essays and sermons on a variety of topics. The combination of fiction and non-fiction makes for a rich and varied reading experience. Charles Kingsley was a prominent Christian socialist and this book reflects his broad intellectual and social concerns.

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