THE FOOLISHNESS OF PREACHING [To the Editor of the SPECTATOR.]
SIR,—It is many years since I commenced reading the Spectator regularly, but I do not remember any article which gave me keener pleasure than Dr. Inge's. As a Scotsman and Presby- terian I am not 'conscious of being prejudiced in favour of the Dean—but a masterpiece, of whatever nature, compeEs admiring gratitude. There is nothing in the Dean's remarks which any clergyman could take exception to, although he felt himself numbered among those who are faithfully dealt with. The vigour and terseness, which Dean Inge seems always to have at command, are a splendid mental tonic, and I have recommended his latest writing to some of my patients who need a little bracing up in cerebration. The Spectator is always a splendid tonic, and this week it must be considered " extra special."—I am, Sir, &c.,
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