From Slave Boy to Bishop: The Story of Samuel Adjai Crowther

By John Milsome

From the Stories of Faith and Fame series - the stories of men and women who went all over the world with their Christian faith. Samuel Adjai Crowther (1809-1892) led an exciting and adventurous life. Born in a West African village, he was captured and sold as a slave. After a dramatic rescue he became a Christian. He travelled extensively, founding many Christian missions. He translated the Bible into Yoruba, and became the first black Anglican bishop.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0718826787
• ISBN13: 9780718826789
• Release Date: December 1987
• Publisher: Lutterworth Press
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.3" x 7.0"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7