The Life Of General William Booth: The Founder Of The Salvation Army (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163456972)

""The Life of General William Booth: The Founder of The Salvation Army"" is a biographical account of the life and legacy of William Booth, the founder of The Salvation Army. Written by Harold Begbie, a British author and journalist, the book traces Booth's life from his humble beginnings as a pawnbroker's son in Nottingham, England, to his rise as a prominent social reformer and religious leader.The book explores Booth's early experiences in the Methodist Church, his conversion to a more radical form of Christianity, and his decision to devote his life to helping the poor and marginalized. It also delves into his struggles and challenges as he worked to establish The Salvation Army, a Christian organization dedicated to providing aid and support to those in need.Throughout the book, Begbie provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Booth, highlighting his unwavering commitment to his cause, his innovative approach to social work, and his tireless efforts to spread the message of salvation and hope to those he encountered. The book also sheds light on the broader social and political context of Booth's era, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities he faced as he worked to transform the lives of those around him.Overall, ""The Life of General William Booth"" is a compelling and inspiring account of one of the most influential figures of the 19th century, and a testament to the power of faith and compassion to effect real change in the world.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: 1163456977
ISBN-13: 9781163456972
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 482
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d