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Frances Ridley Havergal SET
One of the great privledges of publishing books is the opportunity to introduce readers to special books and authors. We get the opportunity to effectively bring obscure works into greater prominence. It is our sincere prayer that, by offering these attractive books in this bundle for such a low price, you would purchase a set and come to know her tremendous worth as a Christian writer today.
Frances Ridley Havergal (1836-1879) has written several hymns which continue to be sung by Christians all over the world. But most do not realize that Havergal was far more than a hymnist. She was a prolific and talented poet, musician, and devotional writer—and beyond that she obviously lived the life with God that she so often describes in writing. In her own day, she was a widely read and beloved author. In fact, she was likely the only woman before the twentieth-century to have millions of her books sold while still alive. Unfortunately, her work is largely unknown today, except for the few hymns we still sing. An effort is underway to publish her complete works in five, massive volumes, but that is not yet ready. Until then, we do what we can to circulate her work, which is why we are offering this special collection of books from her.
This bundle features:
Ever, only, ALL for Thee: This is a paperback biography of Havergal written by Pamela Bugden. Bugden has done much work on the upcoming Complete Works of Frances Ridley Havergal, and so she was well-suited to write this biography. She draws on a variety of sources, including the personal letters of Havergal and of those who knew her. And since authors cannot be known apart from their writings, Bugden includes many examples of Havergal’s poetry, songs, and devotional writings. (Click here to see this book offered separately.)
Valuable Selections from the Writings of Frances Ridely Havergal: This is a 96 page paperback collection of some her poems, portions of letters written by and about her, chapters from devotional writings, and then some music scores. If you’re looking for something to read which is both simple and edifying, and maybe artistic, this collection will serve you well. Not all Christians like poetry, but those who do should really try out Havergal’s, as represented in this booklet. She mixes her great skill with biblical knowledge, probing questions, and deep worship. Also, not all Christians like short, devotional writings, but again Havergal’s are of a very high quality and are worth reading. (Click here to see this book offered separately.)
The Five Royal Books: While the above two books are permanent resources offered by Granted Ministries, this is a special resource offered only for a limited time while supplies last. The Royal Books are a five-piece set: My King, Royal Commandments, Royal Bounty, Royal Invitation, and Loyal Responses. Each is a devotional book for thirty-one days, the first four being prose, the last one being poetic. Our copies are small hardbacks of good-quality with beautiful covers. We are very pleased to offer this larger work by Havergal, and we hope readers will give it the attention it deserves.
In Ever, only, ALL for Thee Pamela Bugden sketches the life and work of Frances Ridley Havergal with expert hand. Born a pastor’s daughter in 1836, Frances was a talented student with much opportunity to learn and develop. When the Lord Jesus Christ became Reality to her, she gave herself and her talents to be wholly His until her early death at the age of forty-two. While she lived, Miss Havergal was one of the most well-known and well-loved Christian writers in the English language. Her ministry, in song, pen and person, was widely known and loved, resulting in true growth for Christ’s Church. The Lord blessed the fruit of her hands with an amazing insight into spiritual truth, having about it the wonderful fragrance of Christ. Accordingly, her words and songs helped countless believers in her lifetime and still echo through the church today in some of her well-known hymns—‘Take My Life and Let it Be’ and ‘Like a River Glorious’. It is unfortunate that so much of her work remains widely unknown. Thus Pamela Bugden has done us all a favor by highlighting Frances’ life and work in these brief ‘glimpses’. Written by one who has poured over almost her entire life’s work, this book is a substantial introduction to the remarkable woman C. H. Spurgeon called, “the last and loveliest of our modern poets.”
“So much has been skillfully compressed into this book, leaving the reader challenged, re-invigorated and thankful for this Christian who in her brief years honoured and served the Saviour with all her being. We are indebted to Pamela Bugden for a popularly-written book which will surely bring the worth of Havergal to a new readership.”
– Rev. Iain and Jean Murray, reviewed in The Banner of Truth
“...an accomplishment indeed...to read this book is to receive a spiritual tonic...This is a thrilling story, well-researched and beautifully written, a most readable book, and one I would happily put in the hand of any seeker, to say nothing of the backslidden Christian. As for prayerfully-concerned believers—we cannot receive too much spiritual stimulus. Highly recommended!”
– Rev. Barry Shucksmith, reviewed in English Churchman
Pamela Bugden has been connected with the work of the Banner of Truth Trust for over thirty years and has recently been involved in proof-reading The Complete Works of Frances Ridley Havergal which is being prepared for publication. She is the wife of retired Baptist pastor, the Rev. David Bugden, who has ministered in several churches in the United Kingdom and also spent six years pastoring a church in Eastern Canada. They have three children and six grandchildren.
Publisher's Description for The Valuable Selections from the Writings of Frances Ridley Havergal:
Frances Ridley Havergal (1836-1879) was born a pastor's daughter. Her father sacrificed in order to provide a fine education for his children. Frances' formal education ended at 17, with one term at a young woman's school in Germany, where, for the first time in its history, the school awarded a student first prize, Frances being the recipient of that award. Having surrendered her heart to the Lord at 14, she viewed her knowledge as a means to know Christ more, and make Him more known.
This selection of her work is reflective of the quality of virtually all her writing. The first half of the book is a collection of sixty very fine poems, diligently arranged to dove-tail from one poem and topic to the next. This is followed by several excerpts from her letters, and ten challenging and helpful prose pieces. The booklet then concludes with six of her music scores. It is our hope that this booklet will be of service to our King—both in the growth of His bride and the expanse
of His kingdom.
“There is a centre to every storm where perfect calm reigns. There is a point within the circle of the most consumeing flame where life is possible without any danger to its being consumed. Miss Havergal seems to me to have got into the very centre of the storms that are disturbing others, and bides in perfect peace. She seems to have penetrated to the very heart of God who is a consumeing fire, and rests absolutely in His love. She could never have written as she has except for
an extraordinary intimacy with God.” -Charles Spurgeon
“Frances Ridley Havergal, was one of the most gifted poets ever to write for the Christian church. To this day some of her hymns are sung and loved all over the world yet much of her no-less valuable writing and poetry has long been scarce and little known. . . . like all the foremost Christian writers she speaks to the heart as well as to the mind.” -Rev. Iain H. Murray
