Experience the life of John T.
Hatfield, the Hoosier Evangelist, and the bold gospel work that shaped a frontier holiness movement.
This nonfiction biography gathers tales from Hatfield’s early years to his defining revival campaigns. It presents a mix of daring exploits, steadfast faith, and the practical work of leading camps, meetings, and conversions. Readers will glimpse a man who blended humor with conviction, and who faced opposition with perseverance and prayer.
Through vivid anecdotes and direct narration, the book traces his journey as a public evangelist, the communities he touched, and the spiritual currents of his era. It offers a window into a life devoted to preaching full salvation and to the old‑time courage of frontier ministry.
- Authentic anecdotes from Hatfield’s camp meetings and revival work
- Portraits of a fearless preacher balancing conviction with humor
- Insights into the Holiness movement and late 19th‑century religious life
- Lessons on leadership, perseverance, and faith under pressure
Ideal for readers of religious biography, American religious history, and those interested in frontier evangelism.