That, in a book of such importance and scope, much material might be found that another would have stated in different terms, is certain. It is not so certain, however, that this would have been an improvement. At any rate, the details that might come in for criticism are of small import compared with the excellence of the book as a whole. Hence, I shall only say: No one can afford to pass by this volume on catechetics, to whom the uplift of our Lutheran standards of instruction is a matter of deep concern.— Director Schaller, Wauwatosa, Wis. Dr. Reu's book represents the latest and best results of modern learning, and offers the catechist who desires to improve upon former methods of instruction so much material for study and so many suggestions for its practical application that we hope that it will be widely read also in our circles. One can only benefit by its diligent use. — Dr. Th. Mees, Columbus, Ohio.
At first glance this book does not impress one as being worthy of special mention. It is printed on thin paper, and is so small that it can easily be carried in the pocket. It is, however, printed in clear and legible type, and its contents are excellent. How fortunate the young people's society is that can study the material offered in the way suggested. — Dr. Stellhorn, Columbus, Ohio. — Although we did not receive a copy for review, we believe that we are doing our readers a service, in calling their attention to this book. The author has fully done justice to his task. His book is not merely an enumeration of the events of that period of history. It is a logical presentation of the development of the great Reformer. Special stress is laid upon the meaning and importance of Luther's work for the church of the present day. And all this is put in such clear, popular language, that every one who still has some taste for spiritual things will read this book with great interest. Young people's societies and their leaders will be especially thankful to the author. — Prof. H. E. Meyer, Wauwatosa, Wis.
Dr. Reu is one of the most prolific authors of the Lutheran Church in our country. To the books that he has written, he has again added another: Luthers Leben fuer die reifere Jugend vind das christliche Haus. It is one of the best books that the anniversary year has produced, and is more profusely illustrated, so far as we know, than any other. The beautiful, clear type deserves special mention. If any one desires to add another book to the list of his anniversary volumes, or if he has no biography of the great Reformer, he should not pass by Dr. Reu's book. — Ev.-Luth. Gemeindeblatt.
