Character Sketches, Volume 2

Character Sketches #2

by Institute in Basic Life Principles, Severt Andrewson (Illustrator)

The very nature and character of God is seen all throughout His created universe. Job remarked, "But ask now the beasts, and they shall teach thee; and the fowls of the air, and they shall tell Or speak to the earth, and it shall teach and the fishes of the sea shall declare unto thee" (Job 12:7-8). Each section of this Character Sketches volume begins with a captivating read-aloud nature story that introduces the character quality being taught and continues with interesting facts on the featured animal's characteristics and physical features. This is followed by a story from Scripture that illustrates the character quality, along with background information on the individual or situation in the story, which is then summed up in a character sketch. Generously illustrated with stunning lifelike watercolor and pencil drawings, this oversized book (9 1/4" by 12 1/4") will be treasured and enjoyed for generations. The series is designed to be a tool that fathers can use to teach their children basic concepts of Scripture that are illustrated in the world of nature. Since publication in 1978, hundreds of thousands have enjoyed the gripping stories and beautiful illustrations that the volumes contain.

Genres: Nonfiction

382 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1976

Reviews

[Logan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once again, there are some areas where I think discernment is needed and some of the assumptions made about biblical stories are not justified, yet for the most part it has fascinating information on God's creatures and good lessons applies from both Scripture and nature (general and special revelation!).

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

These are my favorite learning series of books. It shows which content the animals live on, where they hybronate or go south. They have a story of the animal about how they naturally live and what we can learn from it. Then they have a beautiful drawing beside the picture. The next few pages show nature sience. Then they have a bible story that links to it.

My father liked this set of books so much that he gave everyone in his bridal party a copy.

[Anita Zinn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great analogies and beautiful scratches - to help young and old - draw closer to God, and strengthen their awareness.

This awareness, is of the importance of having the personal character qualities, that bring a inner beauty that attracts others, as well as, building blocks to fortify what we all have, within our soul.