Publisher's Synopsis
Jerry McAuley: An Apostle To The Lost is a biography written by Robert M. Offord and published in 1907. The book tells the story of Jerry McAuley, a notorious criminal and drunkard who turned his life around after a religious conversion in the late 19th century. McAuley went on to become a prominent figure in the Christian revival movement, founding the Water Street Mission in New York City and helping countless others find redemption and salvation. The book details McAuley's early life of crime and debauchery, his dramatic conversion, and his subsequent work as a preacher and evangelist. It also explores the social and cultural context of McAuley's life and work, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities of urban ministry in the late 19th century. Overall, Jerry McAuley: An Apostle To The Lost is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's journey from darkness to light, and his efforts to bring hope and healing to those in need.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.