Though her life was difficult, Hannah Whitall Smith's message was joyful. In the Christian's Secret of a Happy Life, she writes that "Jesus came to save you fully now, in this life, from the power and dominion of sin, and to deliver you altogether." Passionate and practical, Whitall Smith's classic of the Holiness movement focuses not on human effort but on simple, stubborn faith in the Savior and Sanctifier of the soul."Our part is the trusting," she writes, "it is His to...

An agnostic, on discussing the subject of religion with the author, told her: "If you Christians want to make us agnostics inclined to look into your religion, you must be more comfortable in the possession of it yourselves. The Christians I meet seem to me to be the most uncomfortable people anywhere around. I, for one, do not care to have that sort of religion." As a result, The God of All Comfort was written. Far from the abundant life promised by Christ, most Christians live i...

A complete and unabridged edition of the inspirational classic that has sold more than 10 million copies.

Armies and Political Change in Britain, 1660 -1750 argues that armies had a profound impact on the major political events of late seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century Britain. Beginning with the controversial creation of a permanent army to protect the restored Stuart monarchy, this original and important study examines how armies defended or destroyed regimes during the Exclusion Crisis, Monmouth's Rebellion, the Revolution of 1688-1689, and the Jacobite rebellions and plots...

This book is a short poem written from a Christian perspective about the death of a child. From being wonderfully knitted to being placed here on earth, to the angels' escort back Home, to our hope of a heavenly reunion, this poem beautifully illustrates God's wisdom and perfect plan for our lives, even in tragedy. The poem highlights a child's God-given life and that life returning to Heaven above. The verses in this book are accompanied by serene watercolor landscapes to create a calming...

God intends for you to be happy and fulfilled—that’s the encouraging message of the nineteenth-century classic The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life. “Settle down on this one thing,” writes Hannah Whitall Smith, “that Jesus came to save you now, in this life, from the power and dominion of sin, and to make you more than conquerors through His power.” The exciting message of freedom—from the bondage of sin, to the life of Christ—is what has made The Christian’s Secret a f...

The worst possible thing has happened. Priscilla’s sister has become the new duchess. Now, their mother holds Cenerentola’s success as the measuring stick that Priscilla can never live up to. All Priscilla wants is to escape the criticism that comes from living in Cenerentola’s shadow. Taking matters into her own hands, Priscilla hastily agrees to a marriage of convenience to Pietro, the baker.Pietro treats her differently than she has been taught to expect as the family imbecile. ...

God wants you to know how much He loves you. Drawing on many precious passages from the Bible, Hannah Whitall Smith reveals God’s tender feelings toward you and shows how He…Responds to your criesDefends you in dangerGuides your stepsHolds you closeHeals your broken heartQuiets your fearsNever deserts youRejoices over youLoves you unconditionallyExperience a new depth of intimacy wi...

Have you ever felt disenchanted with life and wondered “Is this all there is?”Discover the lasting peace and freedom you’ve been searching for—not by striving harder or becoming “super spiritual,” but by learning to rest. The Secret of a Happy Life offers a practical, hope-filled path to overcoming anxiety, discouragement, and exhausting cycles of defeat through surrender, trust, and deeper spiritual renewal. Whether you come from...

A Pulitzer grantee’s timely work of reportage from the borderlands of Europe, Russia, and Turkey, where brewing conflicts mark a significant fault line in shifting geopolitics.Hannah Lucinda Smith, a Pulitzer grantee and acclaimed foreign correspondent, has devoted well over a decade to intrepid, on-the-ground reporting where few dare travel: the small, often disputed territories at the edges of Europe and Russia. There, Smith finds, the influence of Vladimir Putin...

Originally published in 1906, ‘The God of All Comfort’ by Hannah Whitall Smith, conveys an important and powerful message, that God isn’t angry with you—He longs to give you peace and joy. Hannah Smith, who suffered so much in her personal life, has an amazing Bible-based grasp of God's love for each of us. This late nineteenth-century study holds a well-deserved spot among the Christian classics, reminding God’s children of His many promises of comfort, help, and love. Addressing God’s po...

"The Unselfishness of God: My Spiritual Autobiography" by Hannah Whitall Smith is a deeply personal and inspiring account of the author's spiritual journey. Known for her influential work in the Holiness movement, Smith shares her transformative experiences and profound insights into the nature of God and the essence of true Christian living.In this spiritual autobiography, Smith reflects on her life with honesty and vulnerability, chronicling her struggles, doubts, and ultimate tri...