R. C. Buckner's Life of Faith and Works (Classic Reprint)

James Britton Cranfill, James Lafayette Walker

ISBN 10: 0243521448 / ISBN 13: 9780243521449

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is an insightful biography of R.C. Buckner, a 19th century Southern Baptist minister, who established the Buckner Orphans Home in Dallas, Texas, in the late 1870s. The author delves into the historical and religious context of Buckner's life, exploring the challenges and triumphs he faced as a leader of the Baptist community during a time of great social and political change. The book sheds light on Buckner's dedication to the welfare of orphans and his unwavering faith in the power of Christian service. Through its detailed exploration of Buckner's life and work, this book offers a valuable contribution to the understanding of the history of orphan care in the United States and the role of faith-based organizations in social welfare. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780243521449_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: R. C. Buckner's Life of Faith and Works (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0243521448
• ISBN 13: 9780243521449
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

A vivid portrait of a life spent in service to others and a look at how one man built a lasting legacy through faith, leadership, and philanthropy. This biography follows the career of R. C. Buckner, highlighting his work as a preacher, editor, organizer, and founder of Buckner Orphans Home, and the impact of his lifelong mission on families and communities.

This edition traces Buckner’s public roles, his humanitarian drive, and the growth of a far-reaching social project that became a cornerstone for Texas Baptists. It blends personal insight with historical context, offering a window into religious philanthropy and community leadership in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Readers will encounter a story of dedication, resilience, and the idea that one life can touch many others.

• Learn how Buckner shaped a faith-driven approach to charity and education.


• See how leadership, finance, and organization sustained a large charitable home.


• Explore the relationship between religious communities and social reform during this era.


• Discover the personal qualities that helped one man inspire trust and commitment.

Ideal for readers of biographies about religious leaders, Texas history, and philanthropists who championed the vulnerable.