The Manualist Press catalogue: 16 editions of Catholic books first printed between 1865 and 1929, each set from a named source edition and available in paperback and on Kindle.
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A Treatise on Christian Perfection
Father Aloysius Bellécius, S.J., begins with the obstacles to solid virtue, then turns to the practices and motives that help a Christian persevere.
Its Necessity, Its Power, Its Conditions
Father Ferreol Girardey, C.Ss.R., writes about the need for prayer, the grounds for confidence in it, and the habits that make it sincere.
What He Should Be, and What He Should Do
Bishop Franz Wilhelm Cramer's practical book on Catholic fatherhood considers a father's duties at home and includes prayers for his state in life.
A Biography of the Jesuit Lay-Brother
Father Francis Goldie's biography of St. Alonso Rodriguez, the Jesuit lay brother.
From the Old and New Testaments
Josephine Van Dyke Brownson retells the story of salvation for young readers in thirty-two chapters, each joined to a lesson in faith and conduct.
And Explanation of the Ecclesiastical Year
Fr. Alfred Durand explains the meaning of the Church's worship—the altar, vestments, the Mass, Vespers, Benediction, and the seasons of the ecclesiastical year—in an illustrated handbook for the faithful.
Where Realised, and Where Not
Fr. John MacLaughlin makes a sustained Catholic case for a visible, united Church whose authority rests on the promises of Christ, and tests the claims of the Church of England against it.
Twelve Conferences to Young Men
Fr. William Graham examines the obligations behind everyday conduct in twelve conferences addressed to young men, from the meaning of duty to the care of the soul.
A General Introduction to Fundamental Theology; Natural Religion
The first volume of Fr. John Brunsmann's systematic course in Catholic apologetics, adapted and edited by Arthur Preuss: the nature, method, and history of fundamental theology, and the study of natural religion.
Revealed Religion
The second volume of Fr. John Brunsmann's course in Catholic apologetics, adapted and edited by Arthur Preuss: the possibility and necessity of revelation, miracles and prophecy, and the credibility of the Old and New Testaments.
For Religious and for All Who Desire to Serve God Fervently
Fr. Joseph Schneider, S.J., sets out a Christian rule of life and concrete exercises for prayer, self-examination, confession, Communion, and perseverance, with additions by Fr. Ferreol Girardey, C.Ss.R.
The Catholic Ideal
Father Thomas J. Gerrard presents a Catholic account of marriage, parenthood, and the duties of family life.
On the Bringing Up of Children
Fr. Ferreol Girardey, C.Ss.R., sets out the duties of Catholic parents from a child's earliest formation through schooling, vocation, and preparation for marriage.
Devotion to the Sacred Heart in Family Life
Fr. Edward F. Garesché, S.J., shows in twenty-six short chapters how devotion to the Sacred Heart can shape the ordinary acts of patience, purity, joy, and sacrifice that build a Catholic home.
With Seventeen Additional Exhortations
The teachings of St. John Vianney on prayer, the sacraments, and the care of the soul.
A Book of Instruction for Men in the World
Fr. Bernard O'Reilly addresses Christian manhood through the duties of home, fatherhood, education, professional life, public service, and work.
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