Publisher's Synopsis
The Early Baptists of Virginia: An Address is a historical account of the early Baptist movement in Virginia, written by Robert Boyte Crawford Howell and published in 1867. The book provides a detailed overview of the origins and growth of the Baptist faith in Virginia, from its arrival in the colony in the early 18th century to the establishment of the first Baptist churches in the state. Howell traces the development of Baptist doctrine and practice, as well as the challenges and obstacles faced by early Baptist congregations, including persecution and discrimination from other religious groups. The book also includes biographical sketches of key figures in the Virginia Baptist movement, such as Samuel Harris, John Waller, and Lewis Craig. Overall, The Early Baptists of Virginia provides a valuable insight into the history of religious freedom and dissent in colonial America, as well as the growth and evolution of the Baptist faith in the United States.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.
