Beautiful and Appropriate Gifts

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Dec 18, 1913

Beautiful and Appropriate Gifts

There is nothing more appropriate as a holiday gift than a good book. It will be read and appreciated and the giver gratefully remembered perhaps for years. The benefits of few other gifts, if any, will be as lasting. We suggest the following from which to select:—

Steps to Christ

This book is suitable for any one of any age, whether Christian or sinner. To the one it brings peace and comfort, to the other it shows the way to Christ, the source of all true joy. Presentation edition, gilt edges, gilt title, in handsome box; price, $1.00.

Christ Our Saviour

The reading of this book will instil into the mind of the reader a larger conception and a greater appreciation of the life of Christ and the plan of salvation. An excellent book for any one. Full cloth binding, aluminum cover, 75 cents. Presentation edition, gilt top, cover embossed in jet, green, and gold, $1.25.

Capital and Labor

This book has a special mission at the present time, as will be recognized by its title. It is appreciated by both the laborer and the employer, as it is a non-partizan, honest presentation of the great problem of and the living issue between employers and employees. Do not forget it in your holiday gifts. Cloth binding, 75 cents.

Colds

This is a seasonable little booklet at this time of the year when the frequent changes in the weather result in so many persons “catching cold.” This book tells how to avoid one, and also how to dispose of it if already caught. Price, only 25 cents.

’Battle Hymn of the Kingdom

A beautiful little book of poems in cloth binding with gilt top. Price, only 30 cents.

Bible Child Life

A biography of the principal children mentioned in the Bible. These stories will be helpful in giving to the reader high and noble aspirations. Cloth binding, 50 cents.

Best Stories From the Best Book

In this book many vital points of present truth are considered in a manner that not only interests but creates a desire for deeper investigation. Fully illustrated, board covers, 50 cents. Full cloth, embossed, 75 cents.

Easy Steps in the Bible Story

Beginning with the story of creation, this book gives a connected line of stories of special events, and the lives of prominent characters, down to the close of the life of Christ. A very helpful book to any child in the forming of strong character. Beautifully and profusely illustrated; 600 pages. Cloth binding, $3.00; half morocco, $4.00.

Good Form and Social Ethics

A new, up-to-date book on the subject of etiquette. Instruction is given in a concise, comprehensive manner. Every one should read it. True Christian courtesy is important. It helps one to succeed both in soul-winning and in every-day business affairs. Uncouth manners tend toward failure. Cloth binding, 75 cents.

Elo the Eagle and Other Stories

Contains ten fascinating stories about animals, presented in a most entertaining and instructive manner. Over 200 pages, cloth. $1.00.

My Garden Neighbors

A book of interesting nature stories. Tells of certain birds, animals, and other creatures which made their homes in the author’s garden. Nicely illustrated, 256 pages. $1.00.

The Gospel Primer No. 2

Contains the alphabet, each letter combining some Bible story in simple language. A complete story on each page. Fully illustrated; cloth binding, 50 cents.

Making Home Happy

An excellent book which tells how an unhappy home was made happy. It is a bright and cheery volume for both young and old. Cloth, 50 cents.

Making Home Peaceful

This is the sequel to “Making Home Happy,” telling the outcome of the family mentioned in the first book. Price, 75 cents.

Out-of-Doors

The writer points out the supreme value of fresh air from the standpoint of health preservation. A splendid book to place in the hands of those who are living sedentary lives. Price, 60 cents.

The Printing-Press and the Gospel

This little book gives in a nutshell incidents in the lives of Christian workers, stories of God’s providences, and the experiences, achievements, and success of servants of God who have published the gospel by distribution of the printed page. Flexible leather binding, 60 cents.

The Man That Rum Made

A book which graphically illustrates the evil effects of intemperance. Filled with stories and incidents showing how boys form the taste for intoxicating liquors. Cloth, 75 cents.

Friend in the Kitchen

A book that tells you how to cook a healthful Christmas dinner, and has sufficient recipes for healthful meals throughout the entire year. Cloth binding, 50 cents.

Home and Health

A book designed to prevent disease by teaching the principles of life and health. It also contains many simple remedies for home treatment and care of the sick. A gift that would be appreciated by any one. Cloth, $2.50; half morocco, $3.50.

The Practical Guide to Health

A “doctor book” which gives a scientific description of diseases, their causes, and treatment. Cloth binding, $3.00; half morocco, $4.00.

A School Without Books

This book teaches children how to manipulate and transform crude materials into serviceable objects, thereby training their perceptions, ideals, and senses better than any other method possible to employ. Price, $1.50.

The Story of the Ages

Treats in a brief, yet clear manner, subjects from the creation down through the ages to the end of this world. This book in an unbroken chain tells the story of creation, the plan of salvation, and the joys of redemption. 222 pages, $2.00.

Story of Daniel the Prophet

A biography of this wonderful prophet of God. In connection with the story of this remarkable life, a clear and forceful exposition of the prophecies is also given. Full cloth, marbled edges, $1.50.

The Speaker’s Manual of Pronunciation

Just the thing to present to a minister or to a young man or young woman in school, training for public work. Cloth, 25 cents; leather, 50 cents.

Friends and Foes in Field and Forest

This book gives a description of many insects and small animals found in field and forest, with stories as to their habits, and many interesting things regarding them. Nicely illustrated, 248 pages. Cloth, $1.00.

Our Little Folks’ Bible Nature

A child’s book of simple graded lessons on Bible nature. Beautifully illustrated. Cloth binding, 50 cents.

Special Books for Boys

Boy Wanted

A book full of joyful, sparkling, and invigorating counsel which will help any boy in the attainment of manliness and success. Price, $1.25.

Almost a Man

Just the book to put into any boy’s hands when he begins to ask those delicate questions which many find so hard to answer. Cloth binding, 50 cents.

Truths

Talks with a boy concerning himself. A book containing the simple truths of life development which should be given to every boy approaching manhood. His future welfare depends upon it. Cloth, price, 55 cents.

The Boy Puzzle

This book commends itself to parents and teachers. It is full of helpful suggestions and warnings. Cloth, 75 cents.

Tiger and Tom and Other Stories

A book that would help boys to conquer many temptations and be victorious over self. Nicely illustrated, 75 cents.

Special Books for Girls

Girl Wanted

Cheerful, friendly talks to young women, telling them how to mold their temperaments and shape their characters to sweetest and noblest influence. Cloth, $1.25.

Almost a Woman

Doubly important is the period when the girl blossoms into womanhood. This book presents the whole subject in a delicate manner which would lead the most careless to look upon the mysteries of life as sacred. Cloth, 50 cents.

Confidences

A book explaining the origin and development of life in language intelligible to young girls. The author has very delicately and adequately treated this important subject. Price, 55 cents.

Happy School-Days

By Margaret E. Sangster. In this book Mrs. Sangster writes interestingly and sympathetically of the things nearest to the hearts of girls. Discusses the school, home, and entire life of a girl in her teens. Price, $1.25.

The King’s Daughter

Interesting stories for girls, each of which contains a practical lesson, and is helpful in the formation of right habits. Price, 75 cents.