"One of the elegant books of the season is 'Edens of Italy,' by Rev. Dr. Joseph Cross."—Springfield Republican.
"The author has written from a full mind and richly-laden memory, aided by careful notes taken on the spot. The readable quality of the book is aided by the clearest typographic expression, and the numerous illustrations make the volume a feast to the eye. Even in this day of attractive bindings, this one is noticeable for its extreme beauty. The coloring is refined and tasteful; and the decorative design, which is beautiful and appropriate in conception, has been artistically carried out. As a whole, the cover is charming in effect, and reflects great credit on the taste of the house which issues the volume. On the principle of honor to whom honor is due, it seems hardly just that it is not customary to permit artists who furnish designs for book-covers, to reap what measure of glory and profit there is to be had from being publicly credited with the work they do."—Art Interchange.
COALS FROM THE ALTAR. Sermons for the Christian Year. By the Rev. Joseph Cross, D.D., LL.D. 2 vols. 12mo, cloth. $1.50 each.
Vol. I., Advent to Ascension.
Vol. II., Ascension to Advent.
"They are aptly named 'Coals from the Altar,' for they are admirably adapted to kindle a flame of fire in the Christian heart. The author's wealth of imagery, his warm sympathy and personal appeals, his fine descriptive powers and flow of language, his deep pathos and tenderness, do not need the fervor and emphasis of the living voice to send home the arrow of truth; but his sermons touch the feelings equally when addressed to the eye, by means of type, and become an efficient ministry of good."—The Churchman.
"Evangelic truth and apostolic order have no better definition and defence in the whole range of sermonic literature, than in these glowing 'Coals from the Altar'"—The Standard of the Cross.
"They are written in a most moderate tone, with much force and beauty of language, and with great earnestness and tenderness appeal to the hearts and consciences of readers. For family reading and for lay reading we can warmly recommend these sermons."—The Church Guardian, Halifax.
"The sermons are eminently scriptural, terse and accurate in style, and are excellent illustrations of good principles in homiletics."—Lutheran Observer.
"Dr. Cross shows himself an eloquent and able thinker, and his sermons are full of spiritual fervor."—The American Bookseller.
PAULINE CHARITY. Discourses on the Thirteenth Chapter of St. Paul's First Epistle to the Corinthians. By the Rev. Joseph Cross, D.D., LL.D. 1 vol. 12mo, cloth. $1.50.