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Lifetime: 1871 - 1959 Passed: ≈ 65 years ago

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Baptist

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United Kingdom
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Frank W. Boreham

Frank William Boreham was a Baptist preacher best known in New Zealand, Australia, and England. 

  
Boreham's birth coincided with the end of the Franco-Prussian War. He could say in later life, "Salvoes of artillery and peals of bells echoed across Europe on the morning of my birth." He was one of 10 children. 

 

Boreham heard the great American preacher Dwight L. Moody during his youth. On another occasion he was badly injured and spent considerable time in hospital recovering, nursed by a Roman Catholic woman who widened his insight of ecumenism. 

 

Boreham became a Baptist preacher after conversion to Christianity while working in London. He was probably the last student interviewed by Charles Spurgeon for entry into his Pastor's College. After graduation, Boreham accepted a ministry at Mosgiel church, Dunedin, New Zealand, in March 1895 and there began his prolific writings, initially for the local newspaper. 

 

He later was a pastor in Hobart, Tasmania, and then on mainland Australia in Melbourne at Armadale and Kew. 

 

He notionally retired in 1928 at age 57, but continued to preach and write. During Billy Graham's evangelistic campaign in Australia in early 1959 Graham sought out Boreham for a discussion, due in great part to Boreham's widely read and respected writings.

Books by Frank W. Boreham

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A Bunch of Everlastings

Non-Fiction Religion Biography
Christianity Religious Commentary

A collection of brief biographies and the text from scripture that was significant in the life of each. It is biography and devotional Bible study expertly woven together to produce interesting and inspirational stories.

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The Uttermost Star, and Other Gleams of Fancy

Religion
Literature Home Christianity Stars Religious

In this volume, Boreham invites us to enter his book and his thoughts as if we were honored guests entering his home, with an evening of hospitality and fellowship before us.

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The Golden Milestone

Essays
Religion Glory Christianity Forgiveness Church Imagination

In this volume, the author has "tried to point out a few of the things that make [the world] so loveable. If something I have said," he writes, "makes somebody somewhere more glad to be alive, I shall be inclined to forgive this truant pen of mine it...

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The Other Side of the Hill, and Home Again

Biography
Death Autobiography Challenges Christianity Life Spirituality

In this volume, Boreham challenges us to view things from a perspective we may not be accustomed to–from the other side of the hill, as it were–and then to return home with a fresh outlook.

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The Silver Shadow, and Other Day Dreams

Essays
Dream Reflection Christianity Short Works

Boreham admits that this volume is but a collection of his reflections on things. But he hopes that by viewing the reflections, we will be more apt to take notice of the things themselves than if we had looked directly at them in full light of day.

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The Luggage of Life

Philosophy Non-Fiction Religion
Realism Faith Reflection Religious Wisdom Spirituality Inspirational Resilience Introspection Sorrow

It takes us on a captivating journey where the profound meets the mundane, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. With a touch of eloquence and a dash of wit, Boreham invites readers to explore the intricacies of existence, encapsulated in the metap...

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A Reel of Rainbow

Essays
Beauty Religion Imagery Reflection Journey Christianity Life Short Works England

In Frank W. Boreham's captivating collection of essays, A Reel of Rainbow, readers are invited to embark on a literary adventure that explores the beauty and wonder of everyday life. Through a tapestry of vivid storytelling, Boreham uncovers the extr...

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Mushrooms on the Moor

Essays Religion
Spirit Imagery Death Faith Reflection Philosophical Christianity Life Observation God Joys

"Mushrooms on the Moor" takes readers on a captivating journey through the mystical moors and verdant glens, where Frank W. Boreham weaves a tapestry of enchanting stories inspired by the wonders of nature. With a mesmerizing blend of prose and poetr...

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Handful of Stars

Religion Biography
History Biography Faith Scripture Inspiration Legacy Spiritual growth Bible Study Christian Living Profiles Significance Walk with God

This book presents a series of biographical sketches of individuals whose lives were profoundly impacted by specific Bible verses. These stories highlight the transformative power of scripture, showcasing how it can provide guidance, inspiration, and...

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Faces in the Fire, and Other Fancies

Non-Fiction Essays Religion
Nature Faith Reflection Devotional Spirituality Meditation Inspiration Everyday Life Symbols Contemplation Christian Living

Frank Boreham's collection of essays explores how seemingly ordinary objects and experiences can reveal profound spiritual truths. Through his thoughtful observations and insightful prose, Boreham invites readers to see the world with fresh eyes and...

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Rubble and Roseleaves, and Things of That Kind

Non-Fiction Essays Religion
Love Morality Religion Faith Christianity Hope Spirituality Ethics God Inspirational Jesus Christ Thought-provoking

Rubble and Roseleaves, and Things of That Kind is a collection of essays by Frank W. Boreham. In these essays, Boreham explores a wide range of topics, from the nature of faith to the importance of love. He writes with a distinctive style, seeming to...

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Mountains in the Mist

Non-Fiction Essays Religion
Love Truth Nature Faith Reflection Christianity Hope Sermons Mountains Humility Inspiration Spiritual

Frank W. Boreham, a renowned preacher, weaves together his profound insights on spiritual truths with vivid imagery of mountains shrouded in mist. This collection of essays encourages readers to approach faith with a sense of wonder and humility, muc...

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Casket of Cameos

Non-Fiction Religion Biography
History Biography Theology Christianity Scripture Saints Inspiration Christian Spiritual Strength Lives Eminent

This book explores the lives of notable Christians throughout history, examining the specific scriptures that served as sources of inspiration and strength for each individual. Frank W. Boreham, a renowned preacher, delves into the profound impact of...

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Crystal Pointers

Non-Fiction Religion Self-Help
Short Stories Devotional Spirituality Inspiration Essays Personal growth Christian Living

This book is a collection of essays that explore spiritual truths through everyday experiences. Boreham draws on his own life and observations to illustrate how God can be found in the ordinary moments of life.

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Home of the Echoes

Philosophy Non-Fiction Essays Religion
Nature Faith Reflection Christianity Life God Lessons Inspiration Meaning Spiritual Essays Deep

This collection of essays by Frank W. Boreham explores a variety of themes, primarily through a lens of Christian faith and spiritual reflection. Boreham's writing style is known for its ability to find profound meaning in everyday observations, rang...