A Life Of The Reverend Richard Baxter 1615-1691 - Paperback

by Frederick J. Powicke (Author)

""A Life Of The Reverend Richard Baxter 1615-1691"" is a biographical book written by Frederick J. Powicke. The book is about the life of Richard Baxter, a prominent English Puritan church leader and theologian who lived during the 17th century. The book provides a detailed account of Baxter's life, including his upbringing, education, religious beliefs, and his role in the English Civil War. It also covers his prolific writing career, which included over 200 works on theology, church history, and practical Christian living. The book explores Baxter's relationships with other notable figures of his time, such as Oliver Cromwell and Charles II, and his involvement in various controversies within the church. Powicke's biography is based on extensive research and draws on a range of primary sources, including Baxter's own writings and letters, as well as contemporary accounts of his life. Overall, ""A Life Of The Reverend Richard Baxter 1615-1691"" is a comprehensive and insightful portrait of one of the most influential figures in English 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.