Publisher's Synopsis
The Autobiography of Peter Cartwright: The Backwoods Preacher (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a book written by Peter Cartwright, a prominent figure in the history of American Methodism. The book is an autobiographical account of Cartwright's life, from his childhood in Kentucky to his career as a circuit-riding preacher in the American Midwest. Cartwright was known for his fiery sermons and his dedication to spreading the gospel to the frontier settlers of the early 19th century. The book provides a firsthand account of the religious and social conditions of the time, as well as insights into the challenges and rewards of a life devoted to preaching. The large print edition of the book is designed to make it accessible to readers with vision impairments or other reading difficulties. Overall, The Autobiography of Peter Cartwright is a fascinating account of a remarkable life and an important chapter in the history of American religion.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.
