Book Overview
The book ""Life of Lal Behari Day: Convert, Pastor, Professor and Author"" by Gerardine MacPherson is a biography that explores the life of Lal Behari Day, a prominent figure in Indian Christian history. Lal Behari Day was born in 1826 in Bengal, India, and was raised in a Hindu family. However, he converted to Christianity in his early twenties and became a devoted Christian.The book chronicles Lal Behari Day's journey from being a Hindu to becoming a Christian convert and a pastor. It also explores his role as a professor of English literature and his contributions to the field of Indian Christian literature. Lal Behari Day was a prolific author, and the book delves into his writings, including his famous book ""Bengal Peasant Life.""The author, Gerardine MacPherson, provides a detailed and insightful account of Lal Behari Day's life, drawing on various sources, including his personal letters and diaries. The book also sheds light on the social and political context of India during Lal Behari Day's time, including the impact of British colonialism on Indian society.Overall, ""Life of Lal Behari Day: Convert, Pastor, Professor and Author"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Indian Christian history, literature, and culture. It provides a unique perspective on the life of a remarkable individual who played a significant role in shaping the intellectual and religious landscape of India.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.
