From the introduction: Ahhhh, there be old souls in fresh bodies, says I. Fresh blood ta purify the seas o’ sin or stain ‘em all darker than the Black Sea itself. God left many a fine treasure on this world, an’ methinks anyone can find ‘em, if his faith be strong enough. So, is yer heart, the lantern o’ yer soul fueled with faith, or blood alone? Let’s spill it an’ see...