Publisher's Synopsis
Adoniram Judson Gordon: A Biography is a detailed account of the life of Adoniram Judson Gordon, a prominent Baptist pastor and theologian of the late 19th century. Written by Ernest B. Gordon, the book draws extensively from Gordon's personal correspondence, unpublished sermons, and other primary sources to provide a comprehensive look at Gordon's life and ministry.The book begins with an overview of Gordon's early years, including his upbringing in New Hampshire and his education at Brown University and Newton Theological Institution. From there, it traces his career as a pastor and theologian, including his founding of the Clarendon Street Baptist Church in Boston and his involvement in various other religious organizations.Throughout the book, Gordon's deep faith and commitment to social justice are highlighted, as are his contributions to Baptist theology and his influence on the wider Christian community. The book also explores Gordon's personal life, including his marriage to a fellow missionary and his struggles with poor health.Overall, Adoniram Judson Gordon: A Biography offers a rich and detailed portrait of one of the most important figures in American Baptist history, and sheds light on the broader social and religious context of the late 19th century.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.
