History & Biography

Here are books on significant events and revivals in the history of the Church as well as Christian biographies (pastoral, missionary, puritan and reformer biographies). These books are warm theological reflections on historical events and people which challenge readers to learn from what God has accomplished through His Church in the past. Noteworthy books include The Agency that Transformed a Nation by J.C. Ryle, Amy Carmichael by Iain H. Murray, and The Life of John Calvin by W.J. Grier.

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C.H. Spurgeon Autobiography

Volume 1: The Early Years

by C. H. Spurgeon


price $32.40

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The story of the life of the ‘prince of preachers’, largely in Spurgeon’s own words. Here is an inspiring record of a Christian life which continues to be of blessing for so many. 580 & 536pp.

   

Unlisted Legion

Part of its Witness in the Karakoram and the Khyber

by Jock Purves


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An autobiography of Jock Purves, retelling the story of the missionary efforts of him and his friends in Lesser Thibet and on the Indian-Afghan Frontier. 208pp.


price $5.18

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Splendid introductions to classics such as Guthrie’s The Christian’s Great Interest, Rutherford’s Letters and Ryle’s Christian Leaders. 128pp.

   

Seceders

The Story of J.C. Philpot and William Tiptaft

by J. H. Philpot


price $2.70

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A moving account of two brothers in Christ and their incredible relationship as they, together, left the Established Church of England in the 1830s. 208pp.

   

The Life Of Edward Irving

The Fore-Runner of the Charismatic Movement

by Arnold Dallimore


price $10.80

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A gripping portrait of this remarkable but sadly mistaken Christian, the ‘fore-runner of the charismatic movement’. 208pp. Illustrated.

Letters Of William Still
price $8.10

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A selection by Sinclair B. Ferguson of William Still’s pastoral letters to his Aberdeen congregation. 208pp.


price $8.10

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In this once famous best-seller, Scott (1747–1821) describes the influences which brought him into the kingdom of God. 128pp.

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price $25.20

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From his deep Christian experience, Boston gave the church one of its most enduring spiritual autobiographies. 576pp.

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The Agency that Transformed a Nation

Lessons from the Great Awakening of the 18th Century

by J. C. Ryle


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Lessons from the Great Awakening of the 18th century hold out hope for the world today. With a Foreword by Jonathan Fletcher and a Preface by Roger Carswell. 16pp. £1.00 each or 5 for £4.

   

Historia Del Protestantismo

History Protestantism

by Ricardo Cerni


price $8.10

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Book Description El Protestantismo es uno de los movimientos religiosos e intelectuales más decisivos en la formación de la cultura occidental, tal como la conocemos hoy. Sin embargo, la noción de que se trata simplemente de una corriente religiosa nacida en los albores del siglo XVI, podría conducir a una grave incomprensión del presente del […]

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D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

Volume 2: The Fight of Faith 1939 - 1981

by Iain H. Murray


price $35.10
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This authorised biography traces the story of the ‘Doctor’ from a Harley Street medical practice to ministry in an impoverished Welsh mining town, the pulpit of Westminster Chapel and a worldwide influence. 416 & 856pp.

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Princeton Seminary

Volume 1: Faith & Learning, 1812 - 1868

by David Calhoun


price $28.80
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In this movingly told story we meet great spirituality, great scholars, great missionary vision and great consecration to Christ. Vol. 1—Faith and Learning 1812–68, 528pp.

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