William Farel And The Story Of The Swiss Reform (1867)

William Farel and the Story of the Swiss Reform is a historical book written by William Maxwell Blackburn in 1867. The book tells the story of William Farel, a French Protestant reformer who played a significant role in the Swiss Reformation. The author provides a detailed account of Farel's life, his religious beliefs, and his efforts to spread the Protestant faith in Switzerland.The book begins by describing Farel's early life and education in France, where he became a priest in the Catholic Church. However, Farel's religious views began to change after he came into contact with the writings of Martin Luther and other Protestant reformers. Farel eventually became convinced of the need for reform in the Catholic Church and began preaching the Protestant faith in Switzerland.The author describes Farel's struggles and successes in spreading the Protestant message in Switzerland, including his involvement in the formation of the Swiss Reformed Church. The book also provides insights into the political and social context of the Swiss Reformation, including the conflicts between the Protestant and Catholic cantons.Overall, William Farel and the Story of the Swiss Reform is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the key figures in the Swiss Reformation. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Protestant Reformation, or Swiss history.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.