Publisher's Synopsis
From Slavery to a Bishopric: Or The Life of Bishop Walter Hawkins of the British Methodist Episcopal Church, Canada (1891) is a biographical account of the life of Bishop Walter Hawkins, an African American who rose from slavery to become a bishop in the British Methodist Episcopal Church in Canada. Written by S. J. Celestine Edwards, the book traces Hawkins' life from his early years in slavery in Virginia to his escape to Canada via the Underground Railroad. The book also chronicles Hawkins' religious journey, including his conversion to Methodism and his eventual ordination as a minister. Throughout his life, Hawkins was a passionate advocate for the rights and dignity of African Americans, and he worked tirelessly to improve the social and economic conditions of his community. The book provides a detailed account of Hawkins' ministry and his leadership within the British Methodist Episcopal Church, as well as his contributions to the broader African American community in Canada. From Slavery to a Bishopric is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the experiences of African Americans during the 19th century, and offers a compelling portrait of a remarkable individual who overcame tremendous obstacles to achieve his goals.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.
