Publisher's Synopsis
David Brainerd: The Apostle To The North American Indians is a biographical book written by Jesse Page and published in 1891. The book tells the story of David Brainerd, a Christian missionary who dedicated his life to preaching the gospel to Native American tribes in the 18th century. Brainerd was born in 1718 and suffered from poor health throughout his life, but he was determined to fulfill his calling to spread Christianity to the indigenous people of North America.The book chronicles Brainerd's journey as he traveled through the wilderness, enduring harsh conditions and facing numerous challenges in his efforts to reach the Native Americans. Despite facing opposition from both the tribes and the colonial authorities, Brainerd persevered and established several mission stations, where he preached and taught the gospel to the tribes.The book also delves into Brainerd's personal life, including his struggles with depression and his deep devotion to God. Through his journals and letters, readers gain insight into Brainerd's character and his unwavering faith in the face of adversity.David Brainerd: The Apostle To The North American Indians is a compelling account of one man's mission to bring the gospel to the Native American people. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early years of American history and the challenges faced by those who sought to spread Christianity to the continent's indigenous inhabitants.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.