The Heresy Of Cain (1914)

The Heresy of Cain is a historical novel written by George Hodges, which was first published in 1914. The book is set in the early days of Christianity and revolves around the story of Cain, the biblical character who killed his brother Abel. The novel explores the idea that Cain was not entirely evil, but rather misguided and misunderstood. It also delves into the concept of heresy and the challenges faced by the early Christian church in dealing with differing beliefs and interpretations of scripture.The story is narrated by a fictional character named John, who is a disciple of the apostle John. John is sent on a mission to investigate reports of a group of people who believe that Cain was not a murderer but a hero who was unjustly punished by God. John's journey takes him to various parts of the Roman Empire, where he encounters different factions and individuals who have their own interpretations of the Cain and Abel story.Through John's journey, the book provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of life in the early Christian church and the political and social climate of the time. The novel also explores themes such as faith, forgiveness, redemption, and the power of myth and legend.Overall, The Heresy of Cain is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on a well-known biblical story. It is a must-read for anyone interested in early Christianity, religious history, or historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.