Lord of the World

Published in 1907, 'Lord of the World' by Robert Hugh Benson is an apocalyptic novel that presents a future divided into two ideological camps: Humanitarianism, which venerates humanity over divinity, and Catholicism, which upholds the belief in God. Often regarded as one of the first modern dystopian works, the novel explores themes of faith, morality, and the struggle between secularism and religion. Its foresight into societal divisions and moral conflicts makes it a notable early example of dystopian literature.