It Is a timely and good book, and should be widely read, especially by young Christians—Central Ch. Herald, Cincinnati.
Mr. Arthur is already well known as an earnest man, whose object has been to do his part in spreading the doctrines and teachings of the Christian religion; and in the present volume he urges the necessity of charity, and endeavors to impress upon the reader the fact that religion is for daily life, “and cannot be put aside at the tranquil close of Sabbath evenings.”—Courier and Enquirer.
More decidedly religious in its character than Arthur’s other works, though it is neither doctrinal nor sectarian.—Ch. Times, Chicago.
The pen of T. S. Arthur never tires. In this new volume, we perceive that he is still laboring successfully in producing brief stories, the aim of which is moral. He says truly, when he declares that “no special theology is taught in this volume,” by which he means, we suppose, that controverted dogmas are not introduced. His main point is, “Religion, to be of any real use to a man, must come down into all his daily duties, and regulate his actions by a divine standard.”—Exeter News Letter.
No special theology is taught in this volume. It addresses itself to no particular sect or denomination. It has no aim but to assist men to grow better, and thence, happier.—Salem Gazette.
Arthur has produced few more satisfactory books than this.—Atlas and Bee.
THE HAND WITHOUT THE HEART;
OR,
THE LIFE TRIALS OF JESSIE LORING.
Price, $1.00
The point of this story is expressed in the title; and the story itself is a sharply drawn illustration of the folly and madness of linking together two immortal souls by the rough chains of selfish interest, pride, or baser passion. The lesson taught is one of deep significance; and thousands of hearts will throb in almost wild response, to the life experiences of Jessie Loring, who in all the bitter trials of her unhappy union, swerved not a hair’s breadth from honor, principle, or religious duty, though temptation came in its most alluring shape. As the type of a true woman, she is worthy to be embalmed in the memory of every reader.—Southern Argus.