Publisher's Synopsis
The Authoritative Life of General William Booth Founder of the Salvation Army is a biography written by G.S. Railton. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of General William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, and his contributions to social and religious reform in the 19th century. The book covers Booth's early life, his conversion to Christianity, and his experiences as a Methodist preacher before he founded the Salvation Army. It also explores Booth's vision for the organization, its growth and development, and its impact on society. The book delves into Booth's personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Booth, and his relationships with his family and colleagues. The Authoritative Life of General William Booth Founder of the Salvation Army is a well-researched and informative account of one of the most influential figures in Christian history.1912. The story of General William Booth, the Founder of the worldwide religious and humanitarian organization, the Salvation Army. Together with his missionary family he was a key player in the Revivalist Reform Movement of the 19th century. Believing religion should alleviate the sufferings of the poor and convert sinners into ministers of salvation, Booth organized a new church based on fiery sermons, military-styled ministry, and a grass roots campaign throughout the slums of the world.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.
