"Those who do not treasure up the memory of their ancestors do not deserve to be remembered by their posterity." -- Edmund Burke
Why We Like It: Considering the work we do, and the concern we have for discovering and providing temple ordinances for our deceased loved ones, one cannot help but wonder if Edmund Burke had (or felt) the whisperings of the Spirit when making such a statement.
Contributed by: Sister Gwen Weaver, who found this in one of the books we are processing.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Friday, May 14, 2010
A two-for-one
Titles: Lefingebi
The Founding of a Nation
Authors: Jarvis Lisenbee
Frank M. Gregg
TNs:
786025
467324_01
Why We Like Them:
Amazing Histories!
Mixed in the family history of the "Lefingebi" book is a wonderful history of England. We call special attention to the maps of 5th & 9th Centuries England, found on pgs 31-32. Pages 70-71 discuss emigration to US and pgs 1270-1272 explains the Census Tracks.
In "The Founding of a Nation" the forward explains the difference between "Pilgrims" and "Puritans". It also contains excellent maps not only of "Landing Rock" aka Plymouth Rock, which was their third discovery (pg 205) but of their first and second discoveries as well (pg 153 and 183 respectively). Also contains a picture of the Mayflower entering Plymouth Harbor (pg 235).
Recommended by: Elder Reimschussel
The Founding of a Nation
Authors: Jarvis Lisenbee
Frank M. Gregg
TNs:
786025
467324_01
Why We Like Them:
Amazing Histories!
Mixed in the family history of the "Lefingebi" book is a wonderful history of England. We call special attention to the maps of 5th & 9th Centuries England, found on pgs 31-32. Pages 70-71 discuss emigration to US and pgs 1270-1272 explains the Census Tracks.
In "The Founding of a Nation" the forward explains the difference between "Pilgrims" and "Puritans". It also contains excellent maps not only of "Landing Rock" aka Plymouth Rock, which was their third discovery (pg 205) but of their first and second discoveries as well (pg 153 and 183 respectively). Also contains a picture of the Mayflower entering Plymouth Harbor (pg 235).
Recommended by: Elder Reimschussel
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Friday, May 7, 2010
Serial Article: "The First Winter Was a Grave Time for the Pilgrims," by Robert F. Huber
The Howland Quarterly, published by The Pilgrim John Howland Society; Vol 63 No. 3, September 1998, pg 1+.
TN 8281_63
Why We Like It: This is an "up close and personal" view of the Pilgrim's first Winter (1620-21), focusing on the life experiences of John Howland. This account tells of tragic loss of life to scurvy, pneumonia, tuberculosis, malnutrition, unsanitary conditions, exposure and overexertion. The Pilgrims were so concerned that the Indians would discover their weakened condition that they secretly buried the dead at night on Cole's Hill. They even leveled off the graves and planted corn on them to hide their great losses. An inspiring article that causes us to appreciate the sacrifice of some early inhabitants of this great land.
Recommended by: Sister Henrie
TN 8281_63
Why We Like It: This is an "up close and personal" view of the Pilgrim's first Winter (1620-21), focusing on the life experiences of John Howland. This account tells of tragic loss of life to scurvy, pneumonia, tuberculosis, malnutrition, unsanitary conditions, exposure and overexertion. The Pilgrims were so concerned that the Indians would discover their weakened condition that they secretly buried the dead at night on Cole's Hill. They even leveled off the graves and planted corn on them to hide their great losses. An inspiring article that causes us to appreciate the sacrifice of some early inhabitants of this great land.
Recommended by: Sister Henrie
Serial Article: "Hobomok -- the Pilgrims' Forgotten Indian Friend" by Evelyn B. Gardiner
The Howland Quarterly: The Pilgrim John Howland Society, Inc., Vol 63, No. 1, March 1998, pg 5,6.
TN 8281_63
Why We Like It: This is a little known Pilgrim story about two important pilgrims (Governor William Bradford and Captain Myles Standish), two American Indians (Squanto and Hobomok), and an intriguing plot to capture an enemy chief named Corbitant. Although Corbitant was never successfully captured, and Squanto almost lost his life over the incident, Hobomok actually came to live in the Standish household and remained until his death in 1642, always loyal to the Pilgrims. Here's wonderful story to tell the grandchildren!
Recommended by: Sister Henrie
TN 8281_63
Why We Like It: This is a little known Pilgrim story about two important pilgrims (Governor William Bradford and Captain Myles Standish), two American Indians (Squanto and Hobomok), and an intriguing plot to capture an enemy chief named Corbitant. Although Corbitant was never successfully captured, and Squanto almost lost his life over the incident, Hobomok actually came to live in the Standish household and remained until his death in 1642, always loyal to the Pilgrims. Here's wonderful story to tell the grandchildren!
Recommended by: Sister Henrie
Lowland Scotch
Lowland Scotch as Spoken in the Lower Strathearn District of Perthshire
Oxford University Press, 1915
TN 232001
Why We Like It: Here's a fascinating look at the Scottish language, with quite a few poems, verses, and idiomatic expressions. The sayings are fascinating, often humorous, and sometimes inspiring. Sayings like: "In tall houses, the top rooms are often empty," and "She can't turn her stockings inside out" (She's inept, not smart), and "You're crowing quite boldly today." Old Scottish is presented alongside more modern English translations. Very interesting and entertaining!
Recommended by: Elder Robbins
Oxford University Press, 1915
TN 232001
Why We Like It: Here's a fascinating look at the Scottish language, with quite a few poems, verses, and idiomatic expressions. The sayings are fascinating, often humorous, and sometimes inspiring. Sayings like: "In tall houses, the top rooms are often empty," and "She can't turn her stockings inside out" (She's inept, not smart), and "You're crowing quite boldly today." Old Scottish is presented alongside more modern English translations. Very interesting and entertaining!
Recommended by: Elder Robbins
Thunder Broke the Heavens
The Life of Leroy B. Skousen 1917-1964
TN 174026
Why We Like it: This is an inspiring biography of a man who in 46 short years achieved much and faced trials with tremendous courage and conviction. It causes one to reflect upon the sacred nature of life, hope in our Savior's Atonement, and the brevity of our turn on earth.
In the final Chapter, Brother Skousen's prose is used as a touching reminder of what the Savior's mission is really about.
Recommended by: Elder Snyder
TN 174026
Why We Like it: This is an inspiring biography of a man who in 46 short years achieved much and faced trials with tremendous courage and conviction. It causes one to reflect upon the sacred nature of life, hope in our Savior's Atonement, and the brevity of our turn on earth.
In the final Chapter, Brother Skousen's prose is used as a touching reminder of what the Savior's mission is really about.
Recommended by: Elder Snyder
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Bishop Jonathan H. Hale...
Bishop Jonathan H. Hale of Nauvoo: His Life and Ministry
Author: Heber Q. Hale
TN: 84566
Recommended by: Elder Reimschussel
Why we like it:
Bishop Hale was a bishop of Nauvoo, mission companion to Wilford Woodruff on multiple missions and distant relative of Emma Hale Smith.
The book is a treasure of early church history from the Restoration up through the westward migration, Utah settlement and Indian dealings. It includes information about early hymns, biographical and photographical sketches of early church leaders (even some signatures!) It even has pictures of restoration events, original Nauvoo homes, and original pictures of The Nauvoo Legion, among others. Offers great testimony of miracles occurring and many other tender mercies of the Lord for the early saints.
Author: Heber Q. Hale
TN: 84566
Recommended by: Elder Reimschussel
Why we like it:
Bishop Hale was a bishop of Nauvoo, mission companion to Wilford Woodruff on multiple missions and distant relative of Emma Hale Smith.
The book is a treasure of early church history from the Restoration up through the westward migration, Utah settlement and Indian dealings. It includes information about early hymns, biographical and photographical sketches of early church leaders (even some signatures!) It even has pictures of restoration events, original Nauvoo homes, and original pictures of The Nauvoo Legion, among others. Offers great testimony of miracles occurring and many other tender mercies of the Lord for the early saints.
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