Phineas F. Bresee, A Prince In Israel: A Biography (1916) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120843753)

Phineas F. Bresee, A Prince In Israel: A Biography (1916) by Ernest Alexander Girvin is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and work of Phineas F. Bresee, a prominent figure in the history of the Church of the Nazarene. The book traces Bresee's journey from his humble beginnings as a farmer's son in Illinois to his eventual rise as a respected pastor, evangelist, and denominational leader.Girvin's biography provides a rich and nuanced portrait of Bresee, exploring his personal struggles, his theological convictions, and his contributions to the growth and development of the Church of the Nazarene. The book also delves into the broader historical and cultural context of Bresee's life, shedding light on the social, political, and religious forces that shaped his worldview and his ministry.Throughout the book, Girvin draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Bresee's own writings and speeches, as well as interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues. The result is a vivid and engaging portrait of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the history of American evangelicalism.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: Ernest Alexander Girvin
ISBN-10: 1120843758
ISBN-13: 9781120843753
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 492
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d