The Life of the Reverend Alfred Cookman: With a Brief Account of His Father, the Reverend George Grimston Cookman (1874) - Hardcover

by Henry B. Ridgaway (Author), W. Morley Punshon (Foreword by)

The Life Of The Reverend Alfred Cookman: With A Brief Account Of His Father, The Reverend George Grimston Cookman (1874) is a biography written by Henry Bascom Ridgaway. The book tells the story of the life of Reverend Alfred Cookman, a prominent Methodist preacher in the United States during the 19th century. The biography also includes a brief account of his father, Reverend George Grimston Cookman, who was also a Methodist preacher.The book begins with a description of Alfred Cookman's early life and education, including his time at the Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. It then goes on to detail his career as a Methodist preacher, including his work as a circuit rider and his involvement in the founding of the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association in New Jersey.The biography also covers Cookman's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Elizabeth Taylor and his relationship with his children. It discusses his commitment to the Methodist Church and his efforts to spread its teachings throughout the United States.Throughout the book, Ridgaway provides insights into the religious and social context of the time, including the rise of the Methodist Church in America and the impact of the Civil War on the country.Overall, The Life Of The Reverend Alfred Cookman: With A Brief Account Of His Father, The Reverend George Grimston Cookman (1874) is a detailed and informative biography of one of the most important Methodist preachers of the 19th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of this influential figure, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Methodist Church 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.