Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of the Reverend Alfred Cookman: With a Brief Account of His Father, the Reverend George Grimston Cookman is a biographical book written by Henry Bascom Ridgaway and published in 1874. The book tells the story of the life of Alfred Cookman, a prominent Methodist Episcopal Church minister and evangelist in the United States during the mid-19th century. The book begins with a brief account of Alfred's father, George Grimston Cookman, who was also a minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church. The narrative then focuses on Alfred's life, from his childhood and early education to his ministry and evangelistic work. The book describes Alfred's dedication to his faith and his tireless efforts to spread the gospel throughout the United States. It also details his personal struggles with illness and his eventual death at the young age of 33. Throughout the book, Ridgaway provides insights into the religious and social context of the time, including the rise of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States and the impact of the Civil War. Overall, The Life of the Reverend Alfred Cookman is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in American religious history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
