Publisher's Synopsis
The Autobiography of Elder Matthew Gardner: A Minister in the Christian Church is a memoir written by Matthew Gardner and first published in 1874. Gardner was a prominent figure in the Christian Church during the mid-19th century and his autobiography provides a unique insight into the religious and social history of the time. The book is divided into chapters that chronologically cover Gardner's life, beginning with his childhood and early years in rural America. Gardner describes his experiences growing up in a religious family and his eventual decision to become a minister. He then goes on to detail his various postings as a preacher, including his time in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.Throughout the book, Gardner reflects on his personal beliefs and the challenges he faced as a minister. He also provides an account of the social and political issues of the time, including slavery and the Civil War. Overall, The Autobiography of Elder Matthew Gardner is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Christian Church, as well as the social and political climate of the mid-19th century in America.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.
