“Mr. Pipes & the British Hymn Makers” by Douglas Bond

Synopsis 

Mr. Pipes & the British Hymn Makers contains more than an interesting story about two young Americans on vacation in England. It is a story about the most important subject in the world—the worship ofAlmighty God. As readers move through Mr. Pipes & the British Hymn Makers, they will not only learn about the fascinating lives of famous hymn writers, but will also be encouraged to cultivate an attitude of humble adoration as they approach their Maker.

My Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ & ❤︎❤︎❤︎❤︎❤︎❤︎❤︎

5+ stars (7/10 hearts). How I love this book! I love the hymns—almost every single one. I love the histories of the men and women behind the hymns. I love the British talk and the little British town and Mr. Pipes and Dr. Dudley and all the other inhabitants. And Annie and Drew, of course. 😉 I do not agree with all his ideas, and if I were reading this to an unsaved child I would explain the Gospel much more clearly than it is represented here, but it is a wonderful read for anyone. ❤ This doesn’t sound half as enthusiastic as some of my reviews, but I love this book so much it’s hard to find words for it. ^-^

A Favourite Quote: “Many hymns are prayers that express our desire after God better than we can ourselves. It is a glorious thing to worship God, and hymns will give you words with which to worship him.”
A Favourite Beautiful Quote: Stretching below them, the sparkling river, bordered on one side by rolling green pasture, seemed to beckon as it grew narrower and finally disappeared around a distant bend.
“Where did it go?” Annie wondered to herself with a sigh.
A Favourite Humorous Quote: Drew … stood straight up and stepped eagerly toward the rowing thwart[.] Toplady tipped dangerously to her port[. His] next step sent the little craft to her starboard rail[.]
“We’ll be bathing—not fishing—if you keep that up, Drew,” said Mr. Pipes. “… I dearly love the river, mind you, but I prefer our relationship to remain as it is—me dry and on top, the river wet and underneath. It is entirely in the prepositions, my boy. ‘On’ not ‘in’ the water; do try and observe this rule.”

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