Muggeridge ridicules modern obsessions, saying the orgasm now takes the place of the Cross in people’s longing. He criticizes Marx and Freud for tearing apart Christian values, replacing love with hate and doubt. He also defends the monarchy as a valuable English institution.
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Malcolm Muggeridge was a journalist from the United Kingdom, best known for Chronicles of wasted time.
Quick Facts About Malcolm Muggeridge
Born
March 24, 1903
Died
November 14, 1990
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Journalist
Notable works
Chronicles of wasted time
Spouse
Kitty Muggeridge
About Malcolm Muggeridge
His father, H. T. Muggeridge, was a socialist politician and one of the early Labour Party members of parliament, and his brother Eric helped found the charity Plan International.
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