Publisher's Synopsis
J. Gresham Machen: A Biographical Memoir is a comprehensive account of the life and work of one of the most significant figures in American Christianity in the early 20th century. Written by Ned Bernard Stonehouse, a colleague and friend of Machen, this book offers a detailed and insightful look into the personal and professional life of this influential theologian, teacher, and author.The book begins with Machen's early years, growing up in a devout Presbyterian family in Baltimore, Maryland. It then chronicles his education, including his time at Johns Hopkins University and Princeton Theological Seminary, where he studied under some of the most prominent theologians of his time.Machen's career is then traced, from his early years as a pastor in Baltimore, to his work as a professor of New Testament at Princeton, and his eventual split with the institution over theological differences. The book also covers Machen's involvement in the founding of Westminster Theological Seminary, his role in the fundamentalist-modernist controversy of the 1920s and 30s, and his missionary work in China.Throughout the book, Stonehouse provides a nuanced and detailed portrait of Machen as a person, highlighting his intellectual brilliance, his deep commitment to the Christian faith, and his unwavering dedication to truth and integrity. The book also includes numerous photographs and personal letters, providing readers with a glimpse into Machen's personal life and relationships.Overall, J. Gresham Machen: A Biographical Memoir is an engaging and informative account of one of the most important figures in American Christianity. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of theology, the fundamentalist-modernist controversy, or the life and work of J. Gresham Machen himself.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.
