Publisher's Synopsis
The Autobiography of Peter Cartwright: The Backwoods Preacher is a memoir written by Peter Cartwright, an American Methodist preacher who lived in the 19th century. The book tells the story of Cartwright's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his career as a traveling preacher in the American frontier.Cartwright was known for his fiery sermons and his dedication to spreading the gospel to the people of the frontier. He traveled extensively throughout the Midwest, preaching in towns and villages that had little access to organized religion. He also played an important role in the Second Great Awakening, a period of religious revivalism that swept across America in the early 1800s.In his autobiography, Cartwright provides a vivid account of life in the American frontier, including the challenges of traveling long distances on horseback, dealing with hostile Native American tribes, and facing down mobs of angry non-believers. He also shares his personal struggles with faith and his efforts to reconcile his religious beliefs with the realities of life on the frontier.The Autobiography of Peter Cartwright: The Backwoods Preacher is a fascinating look at a pivotal period in American history, as well as a compelling portrait of one of the most influential preachers of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American religion, the American frontier, or the life of a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to spreading the gospel to the people of the American wilderness.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.
