DESCRIPTION: Four leather-bound 19th century German books. Includes: 1) Dr. Johann Heinrich Jung-Stilling's book on the teachings of Christian religion. Published in 1814. Dr. Jung (1740-1817) has been described as "an able defender of Christianity against German rationalism, an ardent and eminent Universalist." A Professor Tholuck wrote in 1835 that the doctrine of Universalism "came particularly into notice through Jung-Stilling, that eminent man who was a particular instrument in the hand of God for keeping up evangelical truth in the latter part of the former century, and at the same time a strong patron to that doctrine. 7-1/4" x 4-1/2". 2) Book of geography, mainly Europe and comparisons to other continents. Published 1831. Fold out map comparing the largest mountain ranges found in each continent attached to back endpage. 8-1/8" x 4". 3) German book on Christianity including a majority of sermons from 17th century English minister Matthew Mead. Published 1830. 7-1/8" x 4-7/8". 4) "Erbauliche Lieder-Sammlung zum gottesdienstlichen Gebrauch in den Vereinigten Evangelisch-Lutherischen Gemeinen in Pennsylvanien und den benachbarten Staaten". German liturgical song book for Pennsylvania congregations with metal clips on side. Published in 1829. 7-1/4" x 4-1/2. MEASUREMENTS: See Description. CONDITION: Apparent wear to surface consistent with age and handling. Abrasions, losses, and cracking to surface of covers. Toning, foxing and spotting to pages. Tight binding and spine regardless of age.