The Life And Times Of The Reverend George Whitefield (1838)

von Robert Philip

600 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""The Life And Times Of The Reverend George Whitefield"" is a biographical account of the life and ministry of George Whitefield, a prominent figure in the Great Awakening religious movement of the 18th century. Written by Robert Philip and originally published in 1838, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Whitefield's life, from his childhood in England to his travels and preaching throughout the American colonies. The book explores Whitefield's early years as a student at Oxford University, where he became a member of the Holy Club and was influenced by John and Charles Wesley. It also delves into his controversial preaching style, which drew large crowds and sparked both admiration and criticism. Throughout the book, Philip provides insights into the religious and social context of Whitefield's time, including the growing tensions between Britain and the American colonies. The book also includes excerpts from Whitefield's sermons and letters, offering readers a firsthand look at his beliefs and convictions. Overall, ""The Life And Times Of The Reverend George Whitefield"" is a detailed and engaging account of one of the most influential religious figures of the 18th century. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the Great Awakening and the role of religion in colonial America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Religion und Spirituelles
• ISBN: 9781437335637
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2008
• Größe: 235 x 191 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC