Edward Irving: An Ecclesiastical And Literary Biography (1854)

By Washington Wilks

Book Overview

""Edward Irving: An Ecclesiastical and Literary Biography"" is a book written by Washington Wilks in 1854. It is a comprehensive account of the life and works of Edward Irving, a Scottish Presbyterian minister and a prominent figure in the early 19th-century religious revival movement. The book covers Irving's childhood, education, religious beliefs, and his contributions to the church and literature. It also delves into his controversial views on prophecy, speaking in tongues, and his eventual expulsion from the Church of Scotland. Wilks provides a detailed analysis of Irving's writings and sermons, highlighting their impact on the religious landscape of the time. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of the Christian church and its influence on literature and society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164628917
• ISBN13: 9781164628910
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"