Publisher's Synopsis
""A Sketch of the History of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica, Long Island"" is a historical account of the establishment and growth of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica, Long Island. Written by James Madison Macdonald and published in 1847, the book covers the period from the early 18th century to the mid-19th century.The book provides a detailed account of the early settlers in Jamaica, Long Island, and their religious practices. It traces the establishment of the Presbyterian Church in the region and the various challenges it faced in its early years. The book also covers the contributions of various pastors and church leaders who played a significant role in the growth and development of the church.In addition to the history of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica, Long Island, the book also provides insights into the social and cultural context of the region during the period. It sheds light on the lives of the early settlers, their struggles with slavery, and their efforts to build a community that was both religiously and socially cohesive.Overall, ""A Sketch of the History of the Presbyterian Church in Jamaica, Long Island"" is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the history of religion in America and the development of Presbyterianism in particular. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of early settlers and the challenges they faced in establishing a religious community in a new land.""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.
