Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Bishop Ravenscroft, written by John Nicholas Norton and published in 1858, is a biography of John Stark Ravenscroft, the first bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina. The book provides a detailed account of Ravenscroft's life, from his birth in Virginia in 1772 to his death in North Carolina in 1830. It covers his early education, his ordination as a priest, his work as a missionary in Virginia and North Carolina, and his eventual appointment as bishop. The book also explores Ravenscroft's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his relationships with other prominent figures in the Episcopal Church. Throughout the biography, Norton emphasizes Ravenscroft's commitment to his faith and his dedication to spreading the gospel, as well as his efforts to promote education and social justice in the communities he served. The Life of Bishop Ravenscroft is a valuable resource for scholars of American religious history and anyone interested in the history of the Episcopal Church 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.
