9780243019588 - Falling in Harness: A Sketch of the Life of Rev. John W. Barton (Classic Reprint) von Trumbull, H. Clay (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an intimate portrait of the life and work of Reverend John W. Barton, a tireless advocate for home evangelization and Sunday school work in the mid-19th century United States. It traces Barton's journey from humble beginnings as an orphan to his rise as a passionate preacher and organizer instrumental in the establishment of numerous Sunday schools in underserved areas of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. The author draws upon Barton's own writings, letters, and the recollections of his contemporaries to provide a vivid account of his struggles with poverty, ill health, and prejudice as he navigated the social and religious landscape of his time. The book highlights Barton's unwavering commitment to spreading the Gospel and his belief in the transformative power of education, particularly for children and youth. Through Barton's story, this book sheds light on the vital role played by individuals in shaping the religious and social fabric of the United States during a period of rapid growth and change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.