The Authoritative Life of General William Booth Founder of the Salvation Army is a biography of the life of William Booth, the founder of the international Christian organization known as the Salvation Army. Written by G. S. Railton, a close associate of Booth, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of Booth's life and work, from his early years as a Methodist minister to his establishment of the Salvation Army and his later years as its leader.The book covers Booth's childhood, his experiences as a young ...
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The Authoritative Life of General William Booth Founder of the Salvation Army is a biography of the life of William Booth, the founder of the international Christian organization known as the Salvation Army. Written by G. S. Railton, a close associate of Booth, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of Booth's life and work, from his early years as a Methodist minister to his establishment of the Salvation Army and his later years as its leader.The book covers Booth's childhood, his experiences as a young minister, his struggles with poverty and social injustice, and his eventual decision to leave the Methodist Church and establish the Salvation Army. It also delves into the organization's early years, including its growth and expansion both in the UK and internationally.Throughout the book, Railton provides a vivid and engaging portrait of Booth, highlighting his passion for social justice, his tireless work ethic, and his unwavering commitment to the cause of the Salvation Army. The book also includes numerous anecdotes and personal stories that offer insight into Booth's character and the challenges he faced in his work.Overall, The Authoritative Life of General William Booth Founder of the Salvation Army is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and legacy 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.
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