The House We Live In; or, The Making of the Body

In this charming early‑twentieth‑century guide, the familiar image of a home becomes a vivid map for understanding the human body. A mother and her curious children chat about houses, temples, and the “temple of the Holy Ghost,” turning ordinary rooms into lessons about bones, muscles, and the senses. The tone is gentle and conversational, inviting listeners to see their own bodies as marvels worth caring for.

Each chapter is named after a part of a house—walls, roof, kitchen, heating system—and then explores the corresponding anatomy, from the protective skin to the circulatory “pumping engine.” Interwoven with biblical verses and practical health advice, the book warns against the dangers of narcotics and stimulants while encouraging wholesome habits like proper nutrition and clean living. Listeners will appreciate the blend of simple science, moral reflection, and vivid illustrations that make the material feel both educational and warmly familiar.