The Life Of General William Booth: The Founder Of The Salvation Army (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548150948)

The Life of General William Booth: The Founder of the Salvation Army is a comprehensive biography of the renowned British evangelist and social reformer, William Booth. Written by Harold Begbie, a contemporary of Booth, the book provides a detailed account of his life, from his humble beginnings as a pawnbroker's apprentice to his eventual rise as the leader of one of the most successful and influential religious organizations in the world.The book delves into Booth's early struggles with poverty and his conversion to Christianity, which led him to dedicate his life to helping the less fortunate. It explores his efforts to establish the Salvation Army, a Christian organization that aimed to provide practical assistance to those in need, including the homeless, the hungry, and the unemployed.Begbie also examines Booth's personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Booth, who played a pivotal role in the development of the Salvation Army, and his relationships with his children and other family members. The book also explores Booth's political and social views, including his advocacy for temperance and his opposition to prostitution and other forms of social injustice.Overall, The Life of General William Booth provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of Christianity and social reform. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Salvation Army, as well as for those interested in the broader history of social reform in the 19th and early 20th centuries.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: Harold Begbie
ISBN-10: 054815094X
ISBN-13: 9780548150948
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 480
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d