Publisher's Synopsis
""A Sketch Of The History Of The Presbyterian Church, In Jamaica, Long Island"" is a historical account of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica, Long Island, written by James Madison Macdonald and originally published in 1847. The book covers the period from the establishment of the church in the late 17th century up until the mid-19th century. Macdonald provides a detailed account of the early settlers of Long Island, their religious beliefs and practices, and the formation of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica. He also discusses the role of the church in the community, including its involvement in education and social welfare. The book includes biographical sketches of prominent figures in the church's history, as well as a detailed description of the church's architecture and furnishings. Overall, ""A Sketch Of The History Of The Presbyterian Church, In Jamaica, Long Island"" provides a valuable insight into the religious and social history of Long Island and the Presbyterian Church in the United States.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.
