The Fair Haven

The Fair Haven is a theological treatise by Samuel Butler, written in the late 19th century, that defends the miraculous aspects of Christianity against rationalist critiques. Presented as a posthumous work by a fictional author, John Pickard Owen, it includes a memoir detailing Owen's upbringing and the religious influences that shaped his beliefs. Through Owen's journey of faith and skepticism, Butler explores the complexities of belief, doubt, and the interpretation of Christian doctrine, reflecting his own spiritual struggles and insights.