The Life And Travels Of George Whitefield (1871)

By James Paterson Gledstone

Book Overview

The Life And Travels Of George Whitefield is a biographical work written by James Paterson Gledstone in 1871. The book chronicles the life of George Whitefield, a prominent figure in the Great Awakening religious movement of the 18th century. Whitefield was an English Anglican cleric who traveled extensively throughout the American colonies, preaching to large crowds and helping to establish numerous churches. The book provides a detailed account of Whitefield's early life, including his education at Oxford University and his conversion to Christianity. It also covers his extensive travels, including his time in America, where he preached to thousands of people, and his trips to Scotland, Ireland, and the British colonies in the West Indies. The Life And Travels Of George Whitefield offers insights into Whitefield's religious beliefs and his impact on the religious landscape of his time. It also provides a glimpse into the social and political context of the 18th century, including the tensions between the American colonies and Great Britain that eventually led to the American Revolution. Overall, The Life And Travels Of George Whitefield is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life of a significant religious figure and the historical context in which he lived.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: 1165133989
• ISBN13: 9781165133987
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 2.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"