Nearly 120 years ago, in 1907, a Catholic priest wrote a book that some consider to be the first modern work of dystopian fiction. In 1907, Benson published The Lord of the World. Today, it has been called “prophetic” by Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis, and recommended by Catholic intellectuals – from Bishop Barron to Ven. Fulton Sheen.

The Lord of the World tells the story of a Catholic priest named Percy and his place in a future world wrought with religious persecution.

Find it online:

• Voyage Classics
• Audible Audio Book
• Word on Fire Classics