Around The Tea-Table

by T. De Witt Talmage

Around The Tea-Table is a collection of essays written by T. De Witt Talmage, an American Presbyterian minister and orator. The book is a compilation of Talmage's thoughts on various topics such as religion, morality, society, and daily life. The essays are written in a conversational style, as if the reader is sitting with Talmage at a tea-table, discussing these topics over a cup of tea. The book is divided into several sections, each one dealing with a different theme. For example, one section is devoted to discussing the virtues of different types of tea, while another section explores the role of women in society. Talmage's writing is often humorous and anecdotal, and he draws on his own experiences and observations to make his points. Throughout the book, Talmage emphasizes the importance of living a moral and ethical life, and he encourages his readers to be kind, honest, and virtuous. He also stresses the importance of faith and spirituality, and he includes several essays on religious topics such as prayer and the Bible. Overall, Around The Tea-Table is a charming and thought-provoking book that offers insights into the mind of a respected religious leader and orator. It is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys thoughtful essays on a variety of topics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

504 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1874

About the author

Reverend Dr. Thomas De Witt Talmage was a preacher, clergyman and divine in the United States who held pastorates in the Reformed Church in America and Presbyterian Church. He was one of the most prominent religious leaders in the United States during the mid- to late-19th century, equaled as a pulpit orator perhaps only by Henry Ward Beecher. He also preached to crowds in England. During the 1860s and 70s, Talmage was a well-known reformer in New York City and was often involved in crusades against vice and crime.

During the last years of his life, Dr. Talmage ceased preaching and devoted himself to editing, writing, and lecturing. At different periods he was editor of the Christian at Work (1873–76), New York; the Advance (1877–79), Chicago; Frank Leslie's Sunday Magazine (1879–89), New York; and the Christian Herald (1890–1902), New York. For years his sermons were published regularly in more than 3,000 journals, through which he was said to reach 25,000,000 readers.

[Bio source: Wikipedia]

See also Thomas De Witt Talmage.

Reviews

[Puck · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fun little book! I love all the anecdotes of the people who come around to tea. It's just truly excellent for those people who enjoy historical domestic anecdotes.