A Peep Behind the Scenes
Product Description
A Peep Behind the Scenes
Author: Mrs. O.F. Walton
Written in: 1877
Pages: 264
Behind many smiling faces there hides a hurting heart, and for what may appear to be glamorous, there is usually a high price to pay. Mrs. Walton gives us a glimpse into the life of a disillusioned young actress. In her fabricated world of glamour and glitz, Rosalie finds solace in the words of a gentle old man who gives her a picture of a Shepherd who loves and cares for her. Her travels take on new meaning as she shares with the “down-and-outters” about this wonderful Shepherd who loves them too. This profound century-old story is still relevant in today’s entertainment-enmeshed culture. Often, hidden behind smiling faces are hurting hearts, and that which is attractive and alluring may be a facade, concealing the hard reality of life behind the scenes. This dramatic book is both powerful and sensitive, and sold over two and a half million copies in the 19th Century! It continues to be a favorite among our collectors.
"I read A Peep Behind the Scenes and couldn't help crying. So, I read A Peep Behind the Scenes to my mother and she also cried throughout the story. I couldn't help but take a gulp of air before proceeding with this heart wrenching story!"
Worth the Tears Many parents are reluctant to read a story to their children that is “too sad” They attempt to shelter their children from anything that may cause discomfort. Whether it is pain - physical or mental, anxiety, or sadness, parents are relentless in their desire to shield their child from any of this. They will spare no expense in making their journey in life as easy as possible. Many times not realizing that by usurping the experience, they also hijack the blessing. “A Peep behind the Scenes” is a multilayered story, rich with biblical truth and clear examples of the conditions of the human heart, and how these conditions effect eternity. What happens to an unrepentant heart when it stops beating? Why do some lose hope, or feel unworthy of the Savior’s love? The power of a praying heart. How the glitter, and materialism of this world can quickly cloak the heart with greed and selfishness to the point where we lose sight of any real meaning to life. How the faith of a child is what we must all embrace in order to truly see God. How compassion and love can save the most hardened heart. The amusements of this world are temporal and meaningless when we take our eyes off Christ. This book was written in the 1800’s however it mirrors our society; a society which embraces and idolizes materialism, physical beauty and wealth, a society that desires pleasurable experiences rather than meaningful purpose. “If only I had…” becomes the mantra of a generation that continually seeks immediate gratification. Make no mistake, you will weep, and you best keep the tissue box handy. This is a tear jerker yet worth every one that you shed. - Nicole Kawawaki, WA
Behind many smiling faces there hides a hurting heart, and for what may appear to be glamorous, there is usually a high price to pay. Mrs. Walton gives us a glimpse into the life of a disillusioned young actress. In her fabricated world of glamour and glitz, Rosalie finds solace in the words of a gentle old man who gives her a picture of a Shepherd who loves and cares for her. Her travels take on new meaning as she shares with the “down-and-outters” about this wonderful Shepherd who loves them too. This profound century-old story is still relevant in today’s entertainment-enmeshed culture. Often, hidden behind smiling faces are hurting hearts, and that which is attractive and alluring may be a facade, concealing the hard reality of life behind the scenes. This dramatic book is both powerful and sensitive, and sold over two and a half million copies in the 19th Century! It continues to be a favorite among our collectors.
"I read A Peep Behind the Scenes and couldn't help crying. So, I read A Peep Behind the Scenes to my mother and she also cried throughout the story. I couldn't help but take a gulp of air before proceeding with this heart wrenching story!"
Worth the Tears Many parents are reluctant to read a story to their children that is “too sad” They attempt to shelter their children from anything that may cause discomfort. Whether it is pain - physical or mental, anxiety, or sadness, parents are relentless in their desire to shield their child from any of this. They will spare no expense in making their journey in life as easy as possible. Many times not realizing that by usurping the experience, they also hijack the blessing. “A Peep behind the Scenes” is a multilayered story, rich with biblical truth and clear examples of the conditions of the human heart, and how these conditions effect eternity. What happens to an unrepentant heart when it stops beating? Why do some lose hope, or feel unworthy of the Savior’s love? The power of a praying heart. How the glitter, and materialism of this world can quickly cloak the heart with greed and selfishness to the point where we lose sight of any real meaning to life. How the faith of a child is what we must all embrace in order to truly see God. How compassion and love can save the most hardened heart. The amusements of this world are temporal and meaningless when we take our eyes off Christ. This book was written in the 1800’s however it mirrors our society; a society which embraces and idolizes materialism, physical beauty and wealth, a society that desires pleasurable experiences rather than meaningful purpose. “If only I had…” becomes the mantra of a generation that continually seeks immediate gratification. Make no mistake, you will weep, and you best keep the tissue box handy. This is a tear jerker yet worth every one that you shed. - Nicole Kawawaki, WA
