The Autobiography Of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister (1881)

The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister is a literary work written by the British author, William Hale White, under the pseudonym Mark Rutherford. It was first published in 1881 and is considered a classic of English literature. The book is an autobiographical account of the life of Mark Rutherford, a fictional character who is a dissenting minister in England during the 19th century. The book is written in the form of a memoir, with Rutherford recounting his childhood, his education, and his experiences as a minister. Rutherford is a deeply introspective and philosophical character who reflects on his own beliefs and doubts, as well as the state of religion and society in his time. The book explores themes of faith, doubt, and the struggle to find meaning in life. It also delves into issues of social justice and the role of religion in promoting equality and compassion. The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford, Dissenting Minister is a powerful and thought-provoking work that has been praised for its honesty, sincerity, and literary merit. It remains a popular and influential work in English literature and continues to be read and studied by scholars and readers alike.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.

William S. Peterson, Professor of English, the University of Maryland.