“Evidence on both sides is lucidly set forth.”—Daily Graphic.
“By an able critic ... is written with moderation and in a spirit of reverent inquiry ... is manifestly honest, and the tone is dignified and courteous.”—Yorkshire Post.
“There is considerable novelty in his presentation of his case. He writes without bitterness or acrimony, exhibiting, indeed, in his treatment a scholarly mind.”—Academy.
“I am glad to see a second and revised edition.”—T. P.’s Weekly.
“Mr. Vivian’s excellent book.”—Observer.
“Deserves attentive consideration.”—John Bull.
“A careful and thorough perusal of this book has led us to admire the industry, carefulness, and lucidity of the writer.”—London Argus.
“All we can do is to commend this book to the serious attention of all who have the welfare of Christianity—not mere dogma—at heart.”—Public Opinion.
“A clever and lucid statement of Rationalism.”—Review of Reviews.
“Every competent critic seems to have recognised the book as one of the few which immediately command recognition, and which are unhesitatingly added to our classics.”—Westminster Review.