Author's Corner
Listing of authors, book reviews, suggested books with strong morals and values including warnings to parents about what is profitable reading material and why.
Joseph A. Altsheler (1862-1919) - Written by Bernard Ryan, Altsheler Historian. Anyone having read Altsheler,
including Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler, claim that Altsheler's writings - historical fictions are far superior to those of G. A. Henty. Bio, book reviews and short title listing.
Arthur Scott Bailey - Author of great early readers. The man that inspired Thornton Burgess and the source of the Burgess' writings and ideas.
Edward Eggleston - Author of great, early History Text books. We hope to have a bio soon. Please read the article, How Do We Teach History with quote from Eggleston.
Jim Kjelgaard, (1910-1950) - Nature Stories. A great author that children love to read. Exciting and adventurous.
C. S. Lewis - Chronicles of Narnia ReviewBook review with Warning to parents - Subtle New Age teachings. Also includes great books to buy.
George MacDonald (1824-1905) - Christian Novels. Teen/Adult Reading level. Strong morals/values and wonderful development of his characters. Book titles, Book reviews, short bio and subscriber reviews/comments.
Harry Potter Series - Deception By Storm. - Short article with examples of why Christians should not allow these books in their homes. Most people, including Christians, do not realize that it is dangerous to dabble into witchcraft and the occult. Shall we only believe in the power of blessings but not curses?
Charlotte
Yonge (1823-1901) - Devout Catholic writer who loved children and used
interesting stories to teach history, character, etc. Louisa May Alcott's
mentor. Book titles, Book reviews and short bio. Many of her books are back i
n print! See also our
Yonge CD
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