Publisher's Synopsis
""An Alabaster Box: The Life Story of Grace E. Barnes"" is a biographical book written by Helen Isabel Root. The book tells the life story of Grace E. Barnes, who was a prominent figure in the Christian community in the early 20th century. Barnes was born in 1875 in a small town in Indiana and grew up in a Christian household. She was a devout Christian from a young age and dedicated her life to serving God.The book chronicles Barnes' journey from her early years in Indiana to her later years as a Christian missionary in China. It covers her struggles and triumphs, including her battles with illness and her unwavering faith in God. The book also provides insights into Barnes' personal life, including her marriage to fellow missionary George Barnes.Throughout the book, Root provides a detailed account of Barnes' contributions to the Christian community. She was instrumental in establishing several Christian organizations and was a key figure in the development of the Pentecostal movement in the United States. The book also explores Barnes' role in promoting women's rights and her efforts to empower women in the church.Overall, ""An Alabaster Box: The Life Story of Grace E. Barnes"" is a compelling biography that provides a fascinating look into the life of a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to serving God and promoting Christian values.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.
