The Life Of Joshua Davidson Or The Modern Imitation Of Christ : Kessinger Publishing : 9781437305951 : 1437305954 : 26 Nov 2008 : ""The Life of Joshua Davidson"" is a novel written by Elizabeth Lynn Linton in 1882. The book tells the story of a young man named Joshua Davidson, who becomes a revolutionary leader in London during the late 19th century. Joshua is portrayed as a Christ-like figure, preaching a message of love and social justice to the poor and oppressed.The novel is divided into two parts. The first part describes Joshua's early life and his conversion to Christianity. He becomes disillusioned with the established church and begins preaching his own message of social reform. He attracts a following of like-minded individuals, and together they begin to agitate for change in the city.The second part of the novel follows Joshua's arrest and trial for sedition. He is sentenced to death, but his followers stage a dramatic rescue and he escapes to France. The novel ends with Jo