Memoir Of James Brainerd Taylor (1833)

By Benjamin Holt Rice and John Holt Rice

Book Overview

Memoir of James Brainerd Taylor is a book written by John Holt Rice in 1833. The book is a biographical account of the life and experiences of James Brainerd Taylor, a young American evangelist who lived in the early 19th century. The memoir details Taylor's upbringing, his conversion to Christianity, and his subsequent decision to become a preacher. The book also describes Taylor's travels throughout the United States, where he preached to large crowds and helped to establish new churches. The memoir highlights Taylor's passionate and emotional preaching style, which was characterized by his fervent belief in the gospel and his desire to save souls. In addition to his religious work, the book also touches on Taylor's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends. The memoir provides a glimpse into the social and cultural context of early 19th-century America, including the religious revival movements that were sweeping the country at the time. Overall, Memoir of James Brainerd Taylor is a compelling account of a young man's journey from a life of sin to a life of faith, and his profound impact on the people around him. It offers valuable insights into the history of American Christianity and the role of evangelism in shaping the country's religious landscape.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116667116X
• ISBN13: 9781166671167
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"