John Henry Newman Sermons 1824-1843: Volume I: Sermons on the Liturgy and Sacraments and on Christ the Mediator

`Scrupulously edited text ...' Eric Griffiths, Times Literary Supplement
'An important research text.' C.C. O'Gorman, The Queen's College, Oxford, Theological Book Review, May 1992 (vol. 4 no. 3)
`If the rest of the series measures up to Dom Murray's careful editing here, it will be the standard for such collections in the future. Graduate students in history and theology.' D.A. Brown, Choice
'The project is a veritable labor of love, not only in transcribing Newman's handwriting, but also in editing sermons, some of which were preached once, but others as many as eight times, with repeated revisions (which are appropriately indicated). This volume, and presumably the rest of the series, will be of primary value to Newman scholars interested in research into Newman's theological development.' John T. Ford, C.S.C. The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Worship
'The transcription of the 43 manuscripts in this first volume is magnificent. Murray's footnotes are superb in drawing attention to the theological and biographical significance of the sermons.' Martin X. Moleski, S.J., Canisius College, Buffalo, Theological Studies
'These compositions are like a mirror which reflects Newman's development as a preacher and a theologian. The attentive reader will notice the pronounced evangelical tone of some and the incipient patristic tone of others. This volume should whet the appetite for the succeeding ones.' Tom Norris, The Furrow, March 1993
'It is good to have the full texts available. Fr Murray's careful editing and judicious annotation, makes this a valuable addition to Newman studies. The subject index in particular will make it an easy work of reference for all concerned with Newman's developing thought on particular theological topics. We look forward to the remaining four volumes.' Geoffrey Rowell, Journal of Theological Studies
'This book constitutes a fundamental research instrument for Newman scholars.' Gerard Magill, Saint Louis University, Journal of Religion, April 1993
'It is greatly to be welcomed, not only because there are a number of sermons which are comparable in quality to the published ones, but because it throws new historical light on Newman's theological development. The volume has been carefully edited with helpful notes placing the sermons in their historical context and in relation to Newman's published writings.' Ian Ker, Maryvale Institute, Birmingham, Ecclesiastical History, Volume 45, No. 3, July 1994
this book is "must" reading for Newman scholars, for those who want to nourish their own spirituality, and for others, such as pastors, who can take some of Newman's ideas and use them in their own sermons. Newman scholars are indebted to the excellent editorial work of Placid Murray...All in all, a sturdy book. * History of Christianity *