The Spirits In Prison And Other Studies of Life After Death

E. H. Plumptree

Published by W. M. Isbister Limited, 1885

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A theological exploration of the afterlife from a Christian perspective. Plumptree investigates the nature of the soul, post-mortem consciousness, purgatory and the destinies of the 'righteous and the wicked', using biblical passages and historical contexts to offer profound insights into the mysteries surrounding death. The title's reference to 'The Spirits in Prison' alludes to a New Testament passage (1 Peter 3:19),  a contemplation on the state of departed souls. London. W. M. Isbister Limited, 1885. First edition. Hardcover. 416pp + publishers adverts to the rear. Three ex-libris pastedowns to front-end paper and inside front board, the Cathedral of Chester Library, Dean of Chester & Canon of Chester. Publishers brown cloth with gilt titles to spine, sticker remnants present on spine, corner rubbed, stain to text block bottom edge, text clean. A very good copy. Seller Inventory # ABE-1718112252153

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Title: The Spirits In Prison And Other Studies of ...

Publisher: W. M. Isbister Limited

Publication Date: 1885

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

Edition: 1st Edition