History Of The American Bible Society: From Its Organization To The Present Time

""History Of The American Bible Society: From Its Organization To The Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the American Bible Society, from its establishment to its current state. Written by William Peter Strickland, the book delves into the history of the organization, including its founding, its mission, and its impact on American society. The author explores the various challenges the society has faced over the years, including financial difficulties, political controversies, and changing attitudes towards religion. The book also examines the role of the American Bible Society in spreading Christianity throughout the United States and around the world. Strickland discusses the society's efforts to translate and distribute the Bible in different languages and cultures, as well as its involvement in humanitarian work and social justice initiatives. Throughout the book, Strickland provides detailed accounts of the people and events that have shaped the American Bible Society's history. He highlights the contributions of key figures such as Elias Boudinot, John Jay, and John Quincy Adams, and explores the organization's relationships with other religious and secular institutions. Overall, ""History Of The American Bible Society: From Its Organization To The Present Time"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of religion in America, the role of Christianity in society, or the history of non-profit organizations.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.