The Reverend George Junkin: A Historical Biography

By David Xavier Junkin

Book Overview

The Reverend George Junkin: A Historical Biography is a book written by D.X. Junkin that provides a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of Reverend George Junkin. Junkin was a prominent figure in American Presbyterianism in the 19th century and played a key role in the founding of several educational institutions. The book covers Junkin's early life, education, and religious conversion, as well as his pastoral ministry in various congregations across the United States. It also delves into his involvement in the abolitionist movement and his role as a chaplain in the Confederate Army during the Civil War. In addition to his religious and social activism, Junkin was also a prolific writer and educator. The book explores his contributions to theological scholarship and his founding of several schools and colleges, including Lafayette College and Washington College (now Washington and Lee University). Overall, The Reverend George Junkin: A Historical Biography provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a significant figure in American religious and educational 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: 143253419X
• ISBN13: 9781432534196
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 612 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"