Charles Kingsley 
Hypatia [PDF ebook] 
Or, New Foes with an Old Face

This fascinating novel from beloved British author Charles Kingsley delves into the life, politics and religious beliefs of the female ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician Hypatia. Though purportedly set in ancient times, many of the novel’s themes reflect the prevailing controversies of nineteenth-century England — the novel is said to have been a favorite of Queen Victoria.