The Railroad Question by William Larrabee is a book I purchased not only for its beauty but for its subject matter. The question tossed around in this book, which was written in 1895, was whether railroads should be privately owned or owned and regulated by the government. The author declares from the start that they … Continue reading The Railroad Question by William Larrabee
Category: Book Review & Stories
Need advice!!
Help! I think I’m going to give up on this. Should I or no? I made it 183 pages, and I just don’t care about any of the characters and James is not articulate enough for me to really know what is going on 100% of the time—I don’t like his writing style, if it’s … Continue reading Need advice!!
The book of Psalms
With my Bible readings I also read one psalm every day. For an introduction to the Bible this would be a good start—just read one psalm every day. The book of Psalms is a collection sacred songs and poems glorifying God. Most of them are written by King David, but my favorites are those written … Continue reading The book of Psalms
Christmas Book Haul!
The Call of the Lapwing by Howard Jones
Fun adventure story about a boy who goes into town to visit the fair but wanders into a court room where a young girl is being sentenced for practicing witchcraft. In the exciting and suspenseful climax, he rescues her from prison under the cover of night. . . Illustrated hardcover copy from 1961. This story … Continue reading The Call of the Lapwing by Howard Jones
The book of Hebrews
“As has just been said, “Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion.” -Hebrews 3:15 . . . In the verse above it is referencing Deuteronomy where the Israelites rebelled after they heard the voice of God. Sometimes we do this too. We hear a voice … Continue reading The book of Hebrews
Memoir & Remains of Robert Murray M’Cheyne
Said to be the calming pastoral voice for Robert Louis Stevenson, The Rev. Robert Murray M’Cheyne was a Presbyterian minister in Edinburgh, Scotland in the early 1800s. Although very passionate in his vocation to ‘Save’ individuals and bring them to Christ, almost obnoxiously so, M’Cheyne’s writing is beautiful and his love & passion for his … Continue reading Memoir & Remains of Robert Murray M’Cheyne
Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker
Talk about a cozy book for the season! Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker is that! Prairie Avenue was a really fancy neighborhood in Chicago in the early 1900’s. This story highlights the world that goes on behind closed doors—really fancy ones—and in rooms—really fancy ones with large stone fireplaces and indoor gardens. Despite what we … Continue reading Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker
Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕
This time of year I always have a craving to read the letters of Mozart and his family. I have not finished these yet, they are perfect to leave and come back to. The cold here makes me want to be cozy under blankets for the rest of the winter and this is the perfect … Continue reading Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕
Richard Rohr’s Essential Teachings on Love
Will finish Richard Rohr's Essential Teachings on Love today—have about 20 pages left. Richard Rohr is a Franciscan Christian Mystic whose vocation is to teach unconditional love based on the inspiration he gained from the writings of Saint Terese of Liseaux. I really enjoyed this, he articulates himself well, and I enjoyed the personal stories … Continue reading Richard Rohr’s Essential Teachings on Love
BRIANNE TURCZYNSKI 