Lloyd C. Douglas
Description
Lloyd Douglas spent thirty full years in the ministry before he retired to devote himself to writing. His novels are written with the purpose of inspiration, and he says he is "more concerned with healing bruised spirits than winning the applause of critics." Actually he succeeds magnificently in doing both, as you will know when you have read "White Banners," the story of a servant girl who hail a theory of behavior so practical and so unusual that you will come to ask yourself in times of trouble, "How would Hannah have solved my problem?" Since the publication in 1929 of his first novel, "Magnificent Obsession," his books achieved an ever wider popularity. More than 7,000,000 copies of Lloyd Douglas' books were sold —over 2,000,000 of "The Robe" alone.
Books
The robe
"The story of the soldier who tossed for Christ's Robe and won," this is an excellent narrative of the search of one Roman master for freedom and truth, and the costs incurred upon his acceptance of them. Set in the first century A. D., this novel is well written with a strong and accurate depiction of Rome and it's people, from monarch to slave. It is expertly woven, with plenty of adventure and touches of wit, comedy, and romance. It's multiple climaxes are well built and wonderfully ended. The characters are dynamic and true, as is the faith that backs and drives the entire story.
Disputed passage
Jack Beaven learned great lessons--lessons of patience and fortitude, of devotion to his profession, of humility, and of magnanimity.
White Banners
A heartening story of a domestic servant who molded wisely the lives of her employers and their children, knowing that service, whether as servant or king, is a noble destiny. Lloyd Cassel Douglas (1877 - 1951) born Doya C. Douglas, was an American minister and author. He was born in Columbia City, Indiana, spent part of his boyhood in Monroeville, Indiana, Wilmot, Indiana and Florence, Kentucky, where his father, Alexander Jackson Douglas, was pastor of the Hopeful Lutheran Church. Douglas was one of the most popular American authors of his time, although he did not write his first novel until he was 50.
Green Light
*** Those who have read the book have much to say about this (and other) quality workings of Lloyd Douglas, so please be sure to check out ''community reviews'' at: 1) Cover of ''Green Light'' pocket book edition (complete book) : ''How a young surgeon found a new purpose in life after he had been discredited by his colleagues and rejected by the woman he loved.'' 2) goodreads: ''Dean Harcourt, of a Middle-western cathedral, is the motivational force in this story of present-day America. The dean had been crippled by infantile paralysis early in his career and his subsequent suffering had made him more aware when the time came to right the wrong done to a young surgeon. He is also instrumental in bringing about the happiness of lonely, young Phyllis Dexter.'' 3) goodreads: ''Here is the powerful and inspiring novel that has guided hundreds of thousands of people and given them strength and comfort. The kindly Dean Harcourt with his simple wisdom has encouraged many to write to Lloyd Douglas for advice and help. He has brought pleasure, solace and inspiration into many lives.'' 4) The Chicago Daily Tribune: "There is something of the simple faith in it that has been proclaimed to be more than Norman blood."
The living faith
The faith and teaching of Lloyd C. Douglas went back always to the fundamentals that Christ laid down in the Sermon on the Mount. For him they were not the pattern of an abstract ideal but a definite plan for living--a plan within the reach of all men.
Invitation to Live
A frivolous heiress goes on a curious adventure that affects the lives of many others.
Home for Christmas
Five brothers and sisters return to the old homestead to celebrate Christmas.