Frederick W. Bourne / Frederick WBourne
The King’s Son: Or A Memoir Of Billy Bray is a book written by Frederick W. Bourne that tells the story of Billy Bray, a Cornish miner who became a prominent Methodist preacher in the 19th century. The book is a biography that chronicles Bray’s life, from his humble beginnings as a miner to his conversion to Methodism and subsequent rise as a preacher.The book explores Bray’s religious beliefs and his charismatic preaching style, which attracted large crowds of followers. It also delves into his personal life, including his struggles with poverty and illness, as well as his deep faith and commitment to spreading the gospel.Throughout the book, Bourne paints a vivid picture of life in 19th century Cornwall, including the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the religious and cultural landscape. He also provides historical context for Bray’s life and work, highlighting the broader social and religious movements of the era.Overall, The King’s Son: Or A Memoir Of Billy Bray is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man’s journey from poverty and hardship to spiritual enlightenment and leadership. It offers valuable insights into the history of Methodism and the broader social and cultural context of 19th century Britain.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.
