Rotherham: The Old Meeting House And Its Ministers (1906)

By William Blazeby

Rotherham: The Old Meeting House And Its Ministers (1906) is a historical book written by William Blazeby. The book is a comprehensive account of the Old Meeting House in Rotherham, a town in South Yorkshire, England, and its ministers. The Old Meeting House was a non-conformist chapel that played a significant role in the religious and social life of the town from the 17th century onwards.The book begins with a brief history of the Old Meeting House and its establishment in the 17th century. It then goes on to provide a detailed account of the various ministers who served at the chapel over the centuries, including their backgrounds, beliefs, and contributions to the community. The book also covers the various controversies and challenges faced by the chapel, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the rise of Methodism.Throughout the book, Blazeby provides a fascinating insight into the religious and social history of Rotherham, as well as the wider context of non-conformism in England. The book is well-researched and includes numerous primary sources, such as church records, letters, and diaries. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rotherham or the history of non-conformism in England.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: 1120695880
• ISBN13: 9781120695888
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"