In this sequel to Wrights bestselling Shepherd of the Hills also publishedby Pelican Dan Matthews son of Sammy and Young Matt becomes the new ministerof the Mid... » 

In this sequel to Wrights bestselling Shepherd of the Hills also publishedby Pelican Dan Matthews son of Sammy and Young Matt becomes the new ministerof the Midwestern town of Corinth. The peaceful town is turned askew when thetowns new nurse the ministers romantic interest comes to the aid of anoutcast woman after her suicide attempt. Dan battles his conscience aboutwhether to be the spiritual puppet of the church elders or to prescribe a doseof heavy ministry to his ailing congregation. The Calling of Dan Matthews is atimeless story based on the principle of neighborly kindness and communityfellowship. First published in 1909 it depicts life in smalltown Americathrough the eyes of a rural minister. Its themes remain socially relevant todayfor readers from rural and urban upbringings. «