The Autobiography Of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister (1881)

The Autobiography Of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister (1881) is a memoir written by the author Mark Rutherford. The book is a first-person account of Rutherford's life as a Dissenting Minister in 19th century England. Rutherford was a pseudonym used by the author William Hale White, who was a prominent writer and social critic of his time.The book begins with Rutherford's childhood in Bedfordshire, England, where he was raised in a strict Calvinist household. He describes his early years as a time of great religious fervor, but also of doubt and questioning. Rutherford's journey takes him from his early years as a student at a Dissenting academy to his eventual ordination as a minister in the Congregational Church.Throughout the book, Rutherford reflects on his personal struggles with faith and his evolving views on religion and society. He is critical of the established Church of England and its hierarchical structure, and advocates for greater religious freedom and social justice. Rutherford's memoir also provides a vivid portrait of life in Victorian England, including the social and political issues of the time.The Autobiography Of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister is a seminal work in the history of religious and social thought in England. It is a deeply personal account of one man's journey from religious orthodoxy to a more liberal and inclusive worldview. The book remains a valuable resource for scholars of religion, social history, and literature.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.