Religious and spiritual Books

The Life of Andrew Melville is a historical biography of one of Scotland's most prominent churchmen, containing essays on the ecclesiastical and literary history of Scotland during the sixteenth and seventeenth century. This book is a must-read for...

Discover the inspiring life of John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement. Authors John Emory and Richard Watson offer a comprehensive look at Wesley's life and legacy, from his early years as a preacher to his later role as a founder of a...

This is a collection of journals and letters from the life of Henry Martyn, an English Anglican priest and missionary to the Middle East and India. The collection offers insight into Martyn's experiences and struggles as a missionary in foreign lands, as...

Biographie de Madame Guyon, une figure importante du courant mystique en France au XVIIe siècle, qui a influencé de nombreux écrivains. L'auteur explore sa vie et sa doctrine en profondeur, et examine l'impact durée sur la littérature française.This work...

Sainte Catherine de Sienne fut une figure majeure du XIVe siècle, célèbre pour sa mystique et son engagement auprès de l'Église. Dans cette biographie, Émile Chavin de Malan retrace la vie et le parcours spirituel de la sainte, en s'appuyant sur des...

A tribute to the life and work of Father John Dignam, a prominent member of the Society of Jesus in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book includes personal reminiscences, letters from Father Dignam to friends and family, and excerpts from his...

Dieses Buch erzählt die Geschichte von Febronius, einem Weihbischof, der im 18. Jahrhundert lebte und später seinen Widerruf erklärte. Das Werk gibt Einblick in die theologischen Debatten und Kontroversen seiner Zeit und beleuchtet die Hintergründe...

Dieser achte Band der Biographie Johann Husses beschreibt die spannenden Ereignisse rund um das Concil zu Costnitz im Jahre 1414. Der Autor beleuchtet dabei nicht nur das Leben Husss selbst, sondern auch die politischen und religiösen Hintergründe des...

Seymour examines the life of Selina, Countess of Huntingdon, a prominent figure in the 18th-century Evangelical revival. An insightful read for those interested in religious history and women's studies.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Dieses Buch erzählt die Geschichte von John Wesley, einem der einflussreichsten britischen Theologen und Mitbegründer der methodistischen Bewegung. Es bietet einen faszinierenden Einblick in den Methodismus und seine Auswirkungen auf die religiöse...

Enter the world of one of the most influential religious leaders of the 19th century and discover the life and legacy of Theodore Parker from those who knew him best.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...

This informative biography offers a detailed portrait of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, one of the most influential Christian thinkers and leaders of the medieval period. Drawing on primary sources and historical records, Johann August W. Neander offers a...

Explore the life and writings of Ambrose Phillipps De Lisle through this collection of letters. This detailed account provides an insightful look into the personal and professional life of a prominent figure in Catholicism.This work has been selected by...

This memoir and collection of writings celebrates the life and work of the Rev. Nathan W. Fiske. The book includes a biographical sketch of Fiske's life, and a selection of his most important sermons and other writings. Fiske was known for his passionate...

A biographical account of the life of Richard Channing Moore, a bishop in the Protestant Episcopal Church in Virginia, including details of his religious and political activities.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and...

This biography tells the story of Horatio Pearse, an English missionary who spent much of his life evangelizing in India and other parts of Asia. Drawing on personal letters and journals, as well as interviews with Pearse's contemporaries, the book...

This book provides an appendix to the original biography of Archbishop Parker, containing transcripts of important original documents. The Life and Acts of Matthew Parker serves as a key source of historical information on the religious and political...

This spiritual biography tells the story of Jeanne-Marie Bouvier de la Motte-Guyon, a French mystic and author who was persecuted for her beliefs. Despite facing imprisonment and exile, she remained steadfast in her devotion to God and left behind a...

James Caughey's journal provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a passionate Christian preacher during the mid-nineteenth century. This selection of entries, along with a brief biography of Caughey, offers insight into the challenges and...

Follow the life and adventures of Christian Frederic Swartz, an influential Christian missionary in India, through this detailed memoir by Hugh Nicholas Pearson.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

Written by the Reverend Sylvanus Cobb in 1866, this autobiography details his life and career as a Congregationalist minister in Massachusetts. From his humble beginnings to his rise to prominence in the clergy, Cobb's memoir is a testament to the power...

Delve into the life and thoughts of Philip Doddridge through his correspondence and diary. Edited by JD Humphreys, this collection provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of an influential 18th century theologian. A must-read for students and...

The inspiring story of a young Indian girl who converts to Christianity and faces persecution from her family and community.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

This biography presents the life and letters of the Reverend A. Milroy, who had a long and successful ministry in the Scottish Presbyterian Church. The author provides an honest and intimate portrayal of Milroy's struggles and triumphs, and shows how his...

This book tells the story of John Morgan Walden, the thirty-fifth bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Written by David Hastings Moore, the book provides a detailed account of Walden's life, his work, and his legacy, as well as his contributions to...

Esta obra de Luis de Ontalvilla es un estudio fascinante de la vida y obra del ilustre Deán Martí de la catedral de Zaragoza. Con una recopilación de documentos históricos y una biografía completa del personaje, este libro es una fuente invaluable para...

In diesem vierten Teil der umfassenden Biographie des Apostel Paulus beschreibt Karl Schrader das Wirken und den Einfluss des Apostels in Griechenland und Kleinasien. Ein faszinierendes Werk für alle, die sich für die frühchristliche Geschichte...

Dieses Buch erzählt die Geschichte des deutschen Reformators Johannes Brenz, der eine führende Rolle in der Reformation in Württemberg spielte. Georg Bayer verfolgt Brenz' Leben von seinen frühen Jahren in Schwaben bis zu seiner Tätigkeit als Rektor der...

This book tells the story of John Wicliffe, the 14th century theologian and reformer. A pioneering voice for reform in the Catholic Church, Wicliffe's ideas were influential for centuries to come. Deane offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of...

Este libro nos muestra la vida del Padre Pedro de San Joseph Betancur, fundador de la Orden de los Hermanos Hospitalarios de San Juan de Dios en América. A través de diferentes anécdotas y escritos del propio Betancur, el autor nos muestra una vida de...

This Welsh-language biography tells the life story of John Evans, a prominent Welsh Calvinistic Methodist minister who served in the parish of Eglwysbach in the second half of the 19th century. It draws on Evans's own recollections as well as...

In this inspiring biography, Joseph Belcher chronicles the life of William Carey, the father of modern missions. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, Belcher offers a detailed and insightful portrait of Carey's tireless efforts to spread the gospel...

La vie de M. Démia, une institutrice de l'ordre des Sœurs de S. Charles, est racontée dans ce livre. Elle était une éducatrice remarquable et aimée de tous ceux qui l'ont connue. Ce livre offre un aperçu fascinant de la vie religieuse au XIXe siècle.This...

Cette biographie relate la vie de Pierre Orain, un prêtre français qui a témoigné de sa foi pendant la Révolution française et a été emprisonné pour cela. Plus tard, il est devenu curé dans la ville de Derval, près de Nantes, où des guérisons...

This biography of John Heckewelder, a Moravian missionary and ethnographer who lived among the Delaware and Munsee Indians in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, offers a valuable perspective on the culture and history of Native Americans...

Dieses Buch von Karl Köth erzählt die Geschichte von Wilhelm Emanuel Freiherr von Ketteler, einem deutschen Bischof, Theologen und Sozialreformer des 19. Jahrhunderts. Köth beschreibt Kettelers Leben und Arbeit und wie er sich für die Verbesserung der...

In this informative and engaging biography, John Jones explores the life and legacy of Bishop Joseph Hall, one of the most important figures in English religious history. From his early years as a brilliant scholar to his role as an influential leader in...

Rev. Andrew T. Pratt, MD, was a missionary, physician, and social reformer who dedicated his life to serving the people of China. In this touching memoir, George F. Herrick relates the story of Pratt's remarkable life and its impact on those around him...

This biography of the Irish Catholic bishop James Doyle, first published in 1861, offers a fascinating portrait of a man who played a significant role in the political and religious life of 19th-century Ireland. William John Fitzpatrick draws on a wealth...

In this concise biography, Arthur Milman offers a vibrant and engaging portrait of his grandfather, Henry Hart Milman, a prominent 19th-century scholar, historian, and Anglican priest. Drawing upon family archives and a wealth of primary sources, Milman...

William G. Crocker was a dedicated missionary who served in West Africa in the late 19th century, working among the Bassa people to spread the message of the gospel and promote education and social reform. This memoir, written by his wife after his...

Randall Thomas Davidson and William Benham shed light on the life of Archibald Campbell Tait, a prominent figure of the Church of England in the 19th century. Tait was the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1868 until his death in 1882, and played a pivotal...

This biography tells the story of John Williamson Nevin, a prominent American theologian of the nineteenth century. It offers insight into Nevin's life, thought, and contributions to Reformed theology in America.This work has been selected by scholars as...

This is a moving and inspiring biography of the missionary Rev. Henry Martyn. The book tells the story of Martyn's life and work, from his early days at Cambridge University to his travels to India and Persia, where he devoted himself to spreading the...

This memoir by early American bishop Philander Chase provides a firsthand account of religious and social issues in the mid-nineteenth century. Chase writes about his experiences as a pioneer bishop in the Midwest and his work founding Kenyon College in...

This biography of Bishop J.K.L. Doyle provides a detailed account of his life and career, as well as insights into the social, cultural, and religious history of Ireland in the 19th century. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including Doyle's own...

This biography details the life of Saint Gaëtan, an Italian Catholic priest who founded the order of Théatins in the 16th century. It provides insight into the religious and political landscape of Italy during that time, as well as the challenges faced...

Dieses Buch bietet eine umfassende Einführung in das Leben, die Werke und die Theologie von John Henry Newman, dem berühmten katholischen Theologen und Schriftsteller. Der Autor beschreibt Newmans Konversion zum Katholizismus, seine intellektuelle...