The Apostle Of The North: The Life And Labors John McDonald (1867) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104382216)

""The Apostle of the North: The Life and Labors of John McDonald"" is a biographical account of the life of John McDonald, a prominent figure in the Presbyterian Church in Canada during the mid-19th century. Written by John Kennedy and first published in 1867, the book chronicles McDonald's early life in Scotland, his journey to Canada, and his work as a missionary in the remote regions of Northern Ontario. The book provides a detailed description of McDonald's efforts to establish and maintain Presbyterian churches in the North and his interactions with the Indigenous communities in the area. It also includes accounts of his travels through the wilderness, his encounters with wild animals, and his struggles to overcome the harsh conditions of the North.Throughout the book, Kennedy portrays McDonald as a dedicated and selfless individual who was committed to spreading the gospel and helping those in need. The book also highlights the challenges faced by early missionaries in Canada and provides insight into the social and cultural context of the time.Overall, ""The Apostle of the North"" is a fascinating account of the life of John McDonald and a valuable historical document that sheds light on the early history of the Presbyterian Church in Canada and the experiences of early missionaries in the country.""This scarce antiquarian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: John Kennedy
ISBN-10: 1104382210
ISBN-13: 9781104382216
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d