William Farel and the Story of the Swiss Reform (1867)

""William Farel and the Story of the Swiss Reform"" is a historical account of the Swiss Reformation and the life of William Farel, a key figure in the movement. Written by William Maxwell Blackburn and originally published in 1867, the book provides a detailed exploration of the political and religious climate in Switzerland during the 16th century, as well as Farel's role in shaping the movement. Blackburn delves into Farel's early life and education, his conversion to Protestantism, and his work as a preacher and evangelist. The book also covers Farel's involvement in the formation of the Geneva church, his relationship with John Calvin, and his influence on the development of the Reformed tradition. Drawing on primary sources and contemporary accounts, ""William Farel and the Story of the Swiss Reform"" offers a compelling and informative portrait of a pivotal moment in European history and the man who helped bring about significant change.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.