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More than a century after the author delivered his meditation on the th chapter of i corinthians, the need for genuine christian love remains as great as ever. Stay up to speed on all we have to offerplus activities, crafts, and blogs for parents and educators in our newsletter. The book is very short it can probably be read in 20 minutes but its a. Mar 31, 2017 1890 the greatest thing in the world henry drummond 1st edition. The ascent of man was also a significant book during his lifetime. Spring is a time for new beginnings in the books world, especially when it comes to fiction not so much for established. Drummonds greatest thing in the world 18011900 church. In this analysis of the love chapter, he highlights the basic truth that god is love. Lonely planet classified this bookshop as the third best bookshop in the world, livraria lello. Books document the evolution of our need to make sense of the world around us. Now, at last, its been reprinted in a quality edition worthy of your bookshelves.

The title of his little talk was simply the greatest thing in the world. The book has a wonderful sense of freedomnot at all the feel of a project undertaken to fulfill a book contract. Henry drummond author of the greatest thing in the world. The worst thing in the world varies from individual to individual. The sale became wildly popular and began attracting visitors from. Books open your mind, broaden your mind, and strengthen you as nothing else can. I intend on buying this book for all my christian friends. The greatest thing in the world and other addresses henry drummond 1851 1897 the spiritual classic the greatest thing in the world is a trenchant and tender analysis of christian love as set forth in the thirteenth chapter of i corinthians. This little book speaks to the heart and soul of anyone willing to listen and grow. In this publication, drummond discusses his concept of how long is the most important ingredient in achieving and living a successful life. Matheson 1989 uk edition flat signed fine in dj for sale online book. In the greatest thing in the world henry drummond, a liberal christian minister of the late 1800s, gives us a powerful essay on pauls chapter on love, found in i corinthians. I searched for it from a comment in a normal vincent peale book and was richly rewarded.

In it the scottish born theologian and evangelist explains the importance of love in all aspects of life. This best seller has sold more than 12 million copies. Henry drummond the greatest thing in the world the analysis after contrasting love with these things, paul, in three verses, very short, gives us an amazing analysis of what this supreme thing is. Theres a richness to antique books that transcends their status as one of the worlds most beloved collectibles.

Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. The greatest thing in the world by henry drummond abebooks. The pages are in good condition and the binding is firm. Curled corners, page 9 creased at top corner, and pages 19. If you discover one then its the equivalent of bilbo baggins finding gollums ring in the depths of the. If you publish in a genre or category where readers expect fresh and new book cover designs, it pays to know what the design trends are at any time. He first became famous for his book natural law in the spiritual world which was published in 1883. The greatest thing in the world and other addresses contents love, the greatest thing in the world lessons from the angelus pax vobiscum first. Love is the greatest thing in the world according to them both. Simple, lovely the best thing since maurice sendaks. Jan 08, 2020 the book has a wonderful sense of freedomnot at all the feel of a project undertaken to fulfill a book contract. This urge can be seen in the first gutenberg bible of 1455.

The sale became wildly popular and began attracting visitors from across the country and recognition in national magazines. See lennoxs book for a fuller bibliography of drummonds writings. Like other forms of fashion, styles in illustration, typography, and visual approach change from time to time, and just by looking at recent covers you can see that the designs tend to replicate across the genre, with many. Worlds greatest literature ten 10 volumes by various. The greatest thing in the world by henry drummond, paperback. The 87 greatest travel books of all time, according to. The book expounds on all of the aspects of love as defined by paul. Drummonds classic is as stunning and elegant in its simplicity today as it was when he first spoke it.

The greatest thing in the world and other addresses by henry. The greatest thing in the world book by paulo coelho. Experience the enduring power of love repackaged by drummond, henry isbn. There were over 100 miniature book titles published in the various editions of the little leather library, but it is not known if all of these titles were included in the. The greatest thing in the world a revell inspirational classic imitation leather. Published by dodge publishing company, new york no date given ca1910. The first two, the greatest thing in the world and pax vobiscum were excellent.

Six years ago, artist and historian kirk demarais, who runs the brilliant gen x nostalgia site, secret fun spot, became determined to uncover the truth behind these comicbook ads published between the 1950s and late 80s. The greatest thing in the worldhenry drummond 1953soft cover vintage. Stayathome mom, serena thompson, dreamed of creating a fun and happy little event to sell her vintage and handmade goods. The greatest thing in the worldhenry drummond 1953soft. Henry drummond was a scottish evangelical writer and lecturer.

With usual stamps and markings, in good all round condition. The thing that is in room 101 is the worst thing in the world. This volume contains, in addition to the address love. The worlds greatest vintage collection design cuts. However, the timeless classic the greatest thing in the world, which teaches the importance of loving god and man, will continue to influence members of society for generations to come. Harold chadwick has rewritten drummonds original in modern language, and expanded it with four new chapters on agape, scripture references, and more. The books that first make us fall in love with reading stay with us forever. Natural law in the spiritual world 1883 tropical africa 1888 the greatest thing in the world. John james audubons monumental birds of america, which was printed between 1827 and 1838.

Top 100 crime novels of all time uk crime writers association. Batsell barrett baxter reading henry drummonds the greatest thing in the world duration. Moody, i was staying with a party of friends in a country house during my visit to england in 1884. Drummond finds that godly love has nine ingredients. By reading the greatest thing in the world you will fully understand what truly bring happiness into your life. Booksvintage childrenvintage postersvintage booksvintage ads.

World book online is an engaging, verified, and trustworthy digital resource for grades prek through high school. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Jan 20, 2018 the greatest thing in the world ultra cat. This is a marvelous collection of some classic christian writings, lovingly edited and quality packaged for a modern audience. Sep 24, 2005 the greatest thing in the world and other addresses contents love, the greatest thing in the world lessons from the angelus pax vobiscum first.

We have been accustomed to be told that the greatest thing in the religious world is faith. Guide to the little leather library collection, 19201924. That great word has been the keynote for centuries of the popular religion. Aug, 2012 batsell barrett baxter reading henry drummonds the greatest thing in the world duration. First preached to a group of fellow missionaries in 1884, this book is an exposition by henry drummond of one of the best loved bible passages 1 corinthians. Drummond goes to 1 corinthians to show that love is the greatest thing and the ultimate thing in the christians life. The miniature books are brownish green in color, of imitation leather, and characteristic of the redcroft edition published between 19201924. Nostalgia fans have been sharing images of their much loved retro gadgets online, but.

It may be burial alive or death by fire, or by drowning, or by impalement, or fifty other deaths. It has never been out of print in the 120 years since first published and maintains its status as a classic of spiritual inspiration. Introducing the worlds greatest vintage collection. The greatest thing in the world little leather library paperback january 1, 1923 by henry drummond author. Cornerstone publishes books that connect with people. His meditations focus on and draw from i corinthians.

The greatest thing in the world a revell inspirational. Whats the best and worst thing about being a writer. Since first published in 1884, drummonds classic on 1 corinthians has been copied and photocopied thousands of times. In 2002, she and some friends held the first sale in her neighbors barn. Simple, lovely the best thing since maurice sendaks littleknown posters celebrating reading and those vintage ads for libraries. The greatest thing in the world by henry drummond ca 1910 the greatest thing in the world by henry drummond. The greatest thing in the world the greatest thing in. The worlds most valuable childrens books do you have one. The greatest thing in the worldhenry drummond 1953soft cover. Worlds greatest literature ten 10 volumes author various authors detailed in description illustrator many original illustrations in each book formatbinding hard cover book condition used good with no dust jacket as issued binding hardcover publisher fountain press place of publication chicago, illinois date published 1949 keywords. World book encyclopedia i still remember our excitement when these arrived in my childhood home. There are cases where it is some quite trivial thing, not even fatal. In regard to temper, drummond says that it is the denial of love, and is therefore one of the most harmful sins, one that afflicts even the most noble characters.

The greatest thing in the world, a number of other addresses which will bring help and blessing to many. Introducing our 10 best debut novelists of 2020 books the guardian. Drummond writes, to love abundantly is to live abundantly, and to love forever is to live forever. This is an exlibrary book and may have the usual libraryusedbook markings inside. At least, thats what vintage comicbook ads would have you believe. These copies are hard to find and most now reside in personal collections around the world.

The greatest thing in the world and other addresses by. Love is the greatest thing in the world, lifes richest experience, and the ultimate statement of our faith. Bbc culture polled critics around the world to decide the best reads for kids. The little leather library collection consists of 101 books, 314 x 4, published by the little leather library corporation of new york. Curled corners, page 9 creased at top corner, and pages 1922 creased at bottom corner. In this little devotional book, the charming scottish evangelist meditates upon what he considers the greatest thing in the worldlove. Greatest thing in the world 1930 edition open library. The greatest thing in the world is a popular work by henry drummond, who was a christian missionary during the nineteenth century. Some time ago i got an old copy of the very small book, booklet, really, of the greatest thing in the world at a sidewalk sale, not realizing henry drummond was such a pillar of nineteenth century evangelical writing.