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LoC No.: 36023957
Title: "Father Clark," or The Pioneer Preacher
Credits:
Produced by Richard Hulse, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Father Clark, or The Pioneer Preacher" by John Mason Peck is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the life and experiences of Rev. John Clark, a pioneering preacher known for his benevolent character and significant contributions to early Methodism in the American frontier. Through the lens of Clark's life, the narrative delves into themes of faith, personal struggle, and the challenges faced by early religious figures in expanding areas, particularly in the Mississippi region. At the start of the work, readers are introduced to Father Clark's background and early life in Scotland, detailing the influences of his religious mother and the misfortunes that befell his family due to his father's failings. The narrative unfolds Clark's early aspirations for a seafaring life, highlighting his strong moral compass as he contemplates the nature of war and later becomes entangled in privateering and naval service during tumultuous times. His transformative experiences, including his conversion and eventual commitment to preaching the gospel among the pioneers, set the stage for his later role in establishing Methodism in newly settled territories. This opening portion lays a strong foundation for understanding the trials and triumphs that define Clark’s life as a devoted minister and community leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Peck, John Mason, 1789-1858
EBook No.: 49672
Published: Aug 10, 2015
Downloads: 132
Language: English
Subject: Clark, John, 1758-1833
Subject: Methodist Episcopal Church -- Clergy
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 36023957
Title: "Father Clark," or The Pioneer Preacher
Credits:
Produced by Richard Hulse, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Father Clark, or The Pioneer Preacher" by John Mason Peck is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the life and experiences of Rev. John Clark, a pioneering preacher known for his benevolent character and significant contributions to early Methodism in the American frontier. Through the lens of Clark's life, the narrative delves into themes of faith, personal struggle, and the challenges faced by early religious figures in expanding areas, particularly in the Mississippi region. At the start of the work, readers are introduced to Father Clark's background and early life in Scotland, detailing the influences of his religious mother and the misfortunes that befell his family due to his father's failings. The narrative unfolds Clark's early aspirations for a seafaring life, highlighting his strong moral compass as he contemplates the nature of war and later becomes entangled in privateering and naval service during tumultuous times. His transformative experiences, including his conversion and eventual commitment to preaching the gospel among the pioneers, set the stage for his later role in establishing Methodism in newly settled territories. This opening portion lays a strong foundation for understanding the trials and triumphs that define Clark’s life as a devoted minister and community leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Peck, John Mason, 1789-1858
EBook No.: 49672
Published: Aug 10, 2015
Downloads: 132
Language: English
Subject: Clark, John, 1758-1833
Subject: Methodist Episcopal Church -- Clergy
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.