LET’S TAKE THE HARD ROAD strength morals conduct for young men by John Cross NOS

Description: “Let’s Take the Hard Road” is a hardcover book about strength, morals and conduct for young men, written by John Cross. Every parent or guardian interested in the physical and moral welfare of young men, will want to read and also place these books in the hands of their youth. This book has a dark brown hardcover, a 1957 Imprimatur and is the third edition, published in 1960 by Cross Publications. It measures 5.5 inches x 8.75 inches and has 210 pages with text, illustrations and photographs, all printed in glorious black and white (see pictures for Contents page and sample pages). It is NOS (new old stock), brand new from our inventory, and has never been used or previously sold. Please also see our other eBay listings for “The Road to Manhood!” which is Volume Two in the series. Each order of this title includes three free pamphlets also written by John Cross and published only by us: A Fearful Crime: To Offend God, In Order to Please Men; The Fight’s Not Over; So You Think You’re Tough! Many complain that you cannot get boys to read, but we point to thousands of boys who have been given these books by their parents, priest or teacher, and have written to us and without any coaxing to do so. They told us of how these books have helped them straighten out their thinking on morals and conduct and how they are now better prepared to meet temptations that keep accosting them through the press, entertainment world, the bad examples of elders and from immodest fashions. Boys read these books because the instruction appeals to their natural instinct “to be a man.” The average youth does not want to be branded a sissy. The format, illustrations and language of these books are such that it is easy for the average youth to see that religion and manliness and strength go hand-in-hand. The taunts of wise guys to do wrong and follow the crowd are ineffective with boys trained as these books teach. With recommendations from teachers, parents, and youth themselves, here are just a few of the unsolicited comments we received over the years:•“My son enjoyed your book very much. As a parent I wish there were more books such as this for pre-teen and teenagers. My boy has learned of the attractiveness of clean living from the examples of real men. So many boys and men think that only women take religion serious. You have shown my son that true he-men do the same.” —B.F., Houston, TX•“‘Let’s Take the Hard Road’ has been a source of inspiration. Quite frequently I pick it up and read it over and over again; each time I read it, it renews my love for a good moral life.” —A.B., East Bound Brook, NJ•“Your books are very informative and encouraging. All boys should be able to read your books during the years of their lives when they are so easily led astray. May God bless you for the good you are doing.” —Mrs. B.H., South Heart, ND•“Your book is all your advertisements claim and much more. From now on you can count on me as a yearly purchaser of your books for every new eighth grade group.” —Fr. A.G., Hillside, NJ•“Our seventh and eighth grade boys are very enthusiastic over your fine volumes. Am going to pick up orders from the high school boys too.” —Fr. F.D., Wadsworth, OH•“I would not think of starting a new term without using your ‘book on strength’ for the eighth grade boys. It is wonderful to see the change in attitude amongst the boys toward the study of religion.” —Sister C., St. Paul, MN•“Your book, ‘Let’s Take the Hard Road,” has come in very handy in my work with boys. I found that I could get them to gain more confidence in me by helping them to understand, read and put into practice your ideas. It is much easier to instruct Catechism to boys if your book is used first to help them associate religion with manliness.” —Brother B.P., Chicago, IL•“At no time have I seen a book anywhere to compare with ‘Let’s Take the Hard Road.’ My class this year is what teachers have called a ‘terrible’ class from first grade on up. When I started reading the book to them, they were ready to make up on their loss of sleep for the past seven years. However, after a few minutes every boy was sitting bolt upright listening to every word. Most of them want the book. May God bless your wonderful work in this field. As teachers we certainly know how desperately it is needed. I am recommending it to as many Principals as possible.” —S.S.N.D., San Diego, CA•“It is very gratifying to see how our boys’ attitudes have changed towards the study of religion. Our Pastor says your books are splendid. Our seventh grade teachers have the same comments to make. May God continue to bless your work among His boys.” —Mother M., Staunton, IL•“I have read your book and you can be very proud of it. Most of the boys in my room have obtained their own copies and they certainly have changed for the better in their attitude and their behavior. Boys need a book such as this. God bless you in your great work and may you help many souls to reach their eternal destiny.” —Sister C.M., CSA, Houghton, MI This is the original hardbound third edition of “Let’s Take the Hard Road,” a title published by us in 1946 (first edition), 1950 (second edition) and 1960 (third edition). It is not the reprints offered on eBay and elsewhere and at higher prices. Those are only scanned versions of our book, sold without our permission or consent, and sometimes erroneously attribute the writing to a different “John Cross” and not the true author of this book. Buy the real thing at a great price and from the real publisher—us! SHIPPING is FREE in USA only, by USPS Media Mail, and includes Insurance and Tracking. This service can take 7 to 12 days to arrive, and occasionally longer, with about three weeks to Alaska and Hawaii. If you need faster delivery, USPS Priority Mail is available. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS: We have shipped books world-wide for many years, but please be aware that shipping outside of the USA can be expensive. SALES TAX: We are required to charge state sales tax on all orders shipped within Wisconsin. Based on applicable tax laws, eBay may calculate, collect and remit sales tax for buyers in other states. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! If you are not 100% satisfied with this purchase, return it in the same condition within 30 days for a full refund of your purchase price and return shipping.

Price: 9.95 USD

Location: Rib Lake, Wisconsin

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