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1868–1956
A thoughtful early 20th-century writer on Christian life, relationships, and moral questions, his books aimed to speak plainly to ordinary readers. He is especially remembered for writing about sex, marriage, and faith with an unusually direct and practical tone for his time.

by A. Herbert (Arthur Herbert) Gray
Born in 1868, A. Herbert Gray—Arthur Herbert Gray—was a Scottish Presbyterian minister and religious writer. Reliable reference sources identify him not only as a minister but also as a promoter of marriage guidance, which fits closely with the concerns of his best-known books.
Gray wrote for readers who wanted faith to connect with everyday life. His works include Men, Women, and God, as well as other titles associated with the Student Christian Movement, and they show his interest in Christianity, personal conduct, and the social questions facing young adults.
He died in 1956. Although not a household name today, Gray remains of interest as a writer who tried to address difficult subjects—especially sex, marriage, and spiritual life—in a clear, accessible way.