Henry Van Dyke
Henry Van Dyke was an American author, educator, and clergyman renowned for his poetry, essays, and stories. Born in 1852, he became a prominent figure in the early 20th century literary scene. Van Dyke's works often reflected themes of nature, spirituality, and morality. He served as a professor at Princeton University and was also appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Book summaries for books written by Henry Van Dyke
Quotes
The best gifts are those that cost us something.
The road to truth is long, and you have begun late. It is not for me to give you the days that you have lost, nor to count the leagues that are left to you. But I can give you a staff for your journey, and a scrip to hold your bread and a bottle for your wine.
You shall not find your king under a palace roof. You shall not find him among the rich and powerful. If the other kings have found him, it is because they have been wise enough to know that he is not to be found in a palace, nor among the rich and powerful.
It has been long since I have seen the faces of my own people. I would know what the world outside has been doing.
To find the King and to serve him in his distress, this shall be my life's devotion.
God knoweth the way that I take, and when He hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
The secret of happiness is not in getting what you like, but in liking what you get.
There is no joy in the world like the joy of bringing joy to others.
He that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?
The greatest thing a man can do for his Heavenly King is to be kind and true to the earthly king whom he has seen.
The love of a dog is a pure thing. He gives you a trust which is total. You must not betray it.
There is a reward that makes no sound, and it is the best reward of all.