The Palace of Glass and the Gathering of the People: A Book for the Exhibition

Name: The Palace of Glass and the Gathering of the People: A Book for the Exhibition
Author: John Stoughton

By John Stoughton

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The author frames the Great Exhibition through a poetic dream that likens the Crystal Palace to a visionary structure and then moves to reflective essays contrasting past and present. He explores the Exhibition's encouragement of art, industry, and international fellowship, registers both hopeful civic and religious impressions and cautions about incidental evils, and examines secular and sacred associations arising from such gatherings. The book surveys probable beneficial outcomes, proposes practical moral and social lessons, and urges individual and collective responsibility to harness the enterprise for the common good.

About the Author

John Stoughton

John Stoughton was a notable English theologian and historian, recognized for his contributions to ecclesiastical literature. His works often explore the history and development of the Church in England, with significant titles including the multi-volume "Ecclesiastical History of England," which examines the Church through various pivotal periods such as the Civil Wars and the Restoration. Stoughton also delivered influential sermons, such as "Christian Literature," reflecting his engagement with contemporary religious discourse. In addition to his historical writings, he authored personal reflections in "Recollections of a Long Life," showcasing his experiences and insights throughout his extensive career.