민중에 번호붙이기. The Book, The Numbering of the People, by George Allen

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CONGREGATION OF
ST. THOMAS’, ISLINGTON.
MY DEAR FRIENDS,
THIS Sermon was not written with a view to publication. I have consented to its
being printed at the earnest request of several of the most experienced
members of the congregation, to whose judgment, I felt it would be but false
modesty not to defer, when they assured me that they considered it might,
under God, be the means of doing good, and that its publication would be a
source of pleasure to you generally.
The Sermon―prepared amidst the pressure of parochial duties―is printed by
desire exactly as it was delivered from the pulpit. I must therefore crave your
indulgence for whatever imperfections may be found in it.
With all its faults, however, I dedicate it to you as an expression of warm
affection and gratitude for the p. 4many kindnesses I have received at your
hands; and earnestly praying that the Almighty will graciously vouchsafe His
blessing to this feeble, but I trust sincere, endeavour to promote His glory and
your spiritual good,
I have the happiness to subscribe myself,
Your faithful Friend and Minister,
GEORGE ALLEN.

Upper Barnsbury Street, Islington,
8th April, 1861