Publisher's Synopsis
Jerry McAuley: An Apostle To The Lost is a biographical book written by Robert M. Offord and first published in 1907. The book chronicles the life and work of Jerry McAuley, a former criminal who became a Christian evangelist and founded the McAuley Water Street Mission in New York City in the late 19th century. The book begins by providing a brief overview of McAuley's early life, including his criminal activities and subsequent conversion to Christianity while serving time in prison. It then delves into his work as an evangelist, including his efforts to reach out to the poor and marginalized in New York City. The book also explores the founding of the McAuley Water Street Mission, which became a hub for Christian outreach and social services in the city. McAuley's tireless work and dedication to helping those in need is highlighted throughout the book, as is his impact on the lives of countless individuals who were touched by his ministry. Overall, Jerry McAuley: An Apostle To The Lost is a compelling biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most influential Christian evangelists 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.
