Edwin Paxton Hood, Christmas Evans

Christmas Evans, the Preacher of Wild Wales

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 485g
• ISBN-13: 9781023231473
• ISBN-10: 1023231476
• Artikelnr.: 74000521

Autorenporträt

Edwin Paxton Hood (1820-1885) was an English nonconformist preacher, lecturer, and prolific writer, remembered especially for his biographical works and his contributions to inspirational literature. Paxton Hood was born into a world where the nonconformist tradition upheld the value of individual conscience and the right to practice one's faith free from the constraints of the established church. His writings often reflected these values, as well as an appreciation for the eclectic nuances of human character and spirituality. His literary style is noted for its vigor and straightforwardness, often colored by a didactic fervor, aimed to elevate and educate his readership. 'Christmas Evans, the Preacher of Wild Wales' is among Hood's noteworthy biographies, which portrays the powerful influence and evangelical fervor of the famed Welsh nonconformist minister, known for his emotive preaching style. This book, as with many of Hood's works, has been of great interest to those studying the history and impact of nonconformist religious leaders in the United Kingdom. In addition to his biographical narratives, Hood's oeuvre includes a range of genres, from poetry to history, reflecting a multifaceted approach to literature and life, a trait that has earned him a deserved place in the annals of English literary history. His works continue to contribute to the understanding of religious life in the 19th century and serve as a reminder of the enduring impact of determined individual faith.