There is where "The Desire of Ages" is going so rapidly that we find it difficult to get any books ahead for stock.
We realize, however, that in addition to the regular demand, every student of the new S. S. Lessons will need a copy at once as a lesson help. Therefore we have ordered paper for another ten-thousand edition and expect to continue filling all orders promptly.
Notice the following article which appears in the current number of the "Sabbath School Worker" concerning this book:—
"The Desire of Ages."
ITS VALUE AS A LESSON HELP.
The various state associations are supplying each superintendent and secretary with a sixteen-page circular showing reduced pages, chapter titles, list of full-page illustrations, etc., from Mrs. E. G. White's new book, "The Desire of Ages."
It is hoped that this circular will be handed around so that each member of the school may have the privilege of examining it and thus gain a better idea of the scope and style of the volume which it describes.
As you are aware, our lessons will be on the life of Christ and His apostles for one and a half years, and there is help in this volume for every one of these lessons. Not only is there help on new and difficult questions, but there are floods of advance light concerning subjects with which you may have considered yourself perfectly familiar.
Its beautiful and original illustrations make it invaluable for teachers in the young divisions. In this connection allow us to quote from an excellent article by Emma L. Beach, which appeared in the May number of the Sabbath School Worker, under the title of "Illustrations":—
"The greatest difficulty I have experienced is in preparing illustrations in strict conformity with the lesson."
We think this a common difficulty in illustrating Bible topics, and for that reason every illustration which appears in "The Desire of Ages" was subjected to close criticism. In fact most of them were sent to the author in Australia before final acceptance. As a result all ordinary drawings were thrown out, and only those of real merit allowed to remain. For example, notice the engravings in this circular, taken from pages 335, 336, and 337. Although greatly reduced, how vividly, yet how truly they illustrate the text! These facts will appeal to those desiring correct and original designs for blackboard sketches.
We might speak at length concerning other points, such as the fine grade of paper, beautiful printing, and durable bindings, but we can not at this time. Allow us to suggest, however, that you get a copy and study it for yourself. You can not appreciate its riches in any other way. Do not delay, but get it at once and commence its study with the new lessons.
Address all orders to your State Tract Society
For additional information, address the publishers,
PACIFIC PRESS PUBLISHING COMPANY
39 Bond St., New York City
Oakland, Cal.
18 W. 5th St., Kansas City, Mo.
