A Fighting Parson: The Autobiography of Alexander Irvine

By Alexander Irvine

Book Overview

A Fighting Parson: The Autobiography of Alexander Irvine is a memoir written by Alexander Irvine, a Presbyterian minister who served in both the United States and Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Irvine's memoir chronicles his life from his childhood in rural Ireland to his experiences as a soldier in World War I. The book also covers his time as a student at Princeton Theological Seminary, his work as a pastor in New York City, and his involvement in various social and political causes, including labor reform and women's suffrage. Throughout the book, Irvine reflects on his faith and the role it played in shaping his life and work. A Fighting Parson offers readers a unique perspective on the social, political, and religious issues of the early 20th century, as well as insight into the life of a man who dedicated his life to serving others.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163151092
• ISBN13: 9781163151099
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"