John Ploughman's Talk

John Ploughman's Talk: Or Plain Advice For Plain People (1896) is a book written by Charles Haddon Spurgeon, a prominent English Baptist preacher in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of witty and humorous advice on various topics, such as work, money, marriage, and religion, aimed at the common people of his time. The titular character, John Ploughman, is a fictional farmer who dispenses wisdom to his fellow farmers and laborers in a straightforward and accessible manner. Spurgeon's writing style is engaging and entertaining, and he uses anecdotes, proverbs, and biblical references to illustrate his points. The book offers a glimpse into the daily life and struggles of working-class people in Victorian England and provides practical advice that is still relevant today. Overall, John Ploughman's Talk is a charming and insightful read that combines humor, wisdom, and faith to inspire and uplift its readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.