Two Hundred Years: The History Of The Society For Promoting Christian Knowledge 1698-1898 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162984285)

""Two Hundred Years: The History Of The Society For Promoting Christian Knowledge 1698-1898"" is a comprehensive book written by W. O. B. Allen. The book delves into the history of the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge (SPCK) from its establishment in 1698 to 1898, spanning over two centuries. The SPCK was a pioneering organization that aimed to promote the Christian faith and education worldwide. The book provides a detailed account of the organization's inception, its early struggles, and its eventual growth and expansion. It also highlights the various initiatives taken by the SPCK to spread Christianity and education across the globe, including the establishment of schools and libraries, printing and distributing religious literature, and supporting missionaries. The author has used a range of primary sources, including official records, letters, and personal accounts, to provide an authentic and detailed narrative of the SPCK's history. The book also includes a range of illustrations and photographs that offer a visual representation of the organization's work and its impact on society.Overall, ""Two Hundred Years: The History Of The Society For Promoting Christian Knowledge 1698-1898"" is an informative and insightful book that offers a comprehensive understanding of the SPCK's history and its contribution to the promotion of Christianity and education worldwide.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: W. O. B. Allen, Edmund McClure
ISBN-10: 1162984287
ISBN-13: 9781162984285
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 564
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.14d