The Life Of John Brainerd (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430444480)

The Life of John Brainerd is a biographical account written by Thomas Brainerd about his brother, John Brainerd, who was a missionary to Native American tribes in the mid-18th century. The book chronicles John's life from his childhood in Connecticut, to his education at Yale College, and his eventual decision to become a missionary to the Delaware and Mohican tribes in New Jersey. The narrative follows John's struggles with illness, language barriers, and cultural differences as he attempts to spread the gospel and establish churches among the Native American communities. The book also highlights John's personal life, including his marriage to a fellow missionary and his relationships with his family and colleagues. Throughout the book, Thomas Brainerd provides insights into John's character, his unwavering faith, and his commitment to his mission. The Life of John Brainerd is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the early interactions between European settlers and Native American tribes, as well as the role of religion in colonial America.This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: Thomas Brainerd
ISBN-10: 1430444487
ISBN-13: 9781430444480
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 500
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.11d