The Circuit Rider On Foot: Or My First Year In The Ministry (1890)

By George H. Hopkins

Book Overview

The Circuit Rider On Foot: Or My First Year In The Ministry is a book written by George H. Hopkins in 1890. The book is a memoir of Hopkins' first year as a circuit rider, a traveling preacher who served multiple churches in a particular area. In this book, Hopkins describes his experiences as a young minister in rural America during the late 19th century.The book is divided into chapters that are organized by the different towns and churches that Hopkins served during his first year as a circuit rider. Hopkins describes the challenges he faced as a young minister, including the long distances he had to travel on foot to reach his congregations, the harsh weather conditions he encountered, and the difficulties of preaching to people who were often skeptical of organized religion.Throughout the book, Hopkins reflects on his own personal growth and spiritual journey as a minister. He also shares stories of the people he met along the way, including the other circuit riders he worked with, the members of his congregations, and the people he encountered in his travels.The Circuit Rider On Foot: Or My First Year In The Ministry provides a unique perspective on life in rural America during the late 19th century, as well as a glimpse into the challenges and rewards of being a circuit rider. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a little-known aspect of American religious history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain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: 1164119125
• ISBN13: 9781164119128
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"