Memoir Of The Life And Character Of Asahel Nettleton (1853) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164929499)

Memoir of the Life and Character of Asahel Nettleton is a biographical work written by Bennet Tyler in 1853. The book is a detailed account of the life and work of Asahel Nettleton, a prominent American theologian and preacher who lived in the early 19th century. The book begins with an introduction by Tyler, who was a close friend and colleague of Nettleton. Tyler provides a brief overview of Nettleton's life and character, and sets the stage for the rest of the book. The first section of the book covers Nettleton's early life and education. Born in 1783 in Connecticut, Nettleton was raised in a devout Christian family and showed an early interest in religion. He attended Yale University and studied theology, eventually becoming a minister himself. The second section of the book focuses on Nettleton's career as a preacher and evangelist. Nettleton was known for his powerful sermons and his ability to convert large numbers of people to Christianity. He traveled extensively throughout the United States, preaching in churches and holding revival meetings. The third section of the book deals with Nettleton's personal life and character. Tyler describes Nettleton as a humble and devoted Christian, who lived a simple life and was dedicated to his work. He was also known for his kindness and compassion towards others, and for his strong moral character. The book concludes with an appendix containing various sermons and writings by Nettleton, as well as letters written to him by his friends and colleagues. Overall, Memoir of the Life and Character of Asahel Nettleton provides a detailed and insightful look into the life of one of America's most influential theologians and preachers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American Christianity or the life of Asahel Nettleton himself.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.

Author: Bennet Tyler
ISBN-10: 1164929496
ISBN-13: 9781164929499
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 372
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.77d