Life Of John Eliot

The book ""Life of John Eliot: The Apostle to the Indians"" written by Convers Francis in 1836 is a biographical account of the life and work of John Eliot, a Puritan missionary who dedicated his life to the evangelization of Native American tribes in colonial New England. The book provides a detailed chronicle of Eliot's early life, education, and his eventual call to the ministry, as well as his efforts to learn the Algonquian language and translate the Bible into the native tongue of the Indians. The author also highlights Eliot's struggles and challenges in his mission work, including the hostility of some Native American tribes and the opposition of colonial authorities who viewed his work as a threat to their political and economic interests. The book also explores the impact of Eliot's work on the Native American communities, including the establishment of ""praying towns"" where converted Indians lived in Christian communities and were taught farming and other trades. Overall, ""Life of John Eliot: The Apostle to the Indians"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of the life of one of the most prominent figures in the history of Christian missions in America. It provides a valuable perspective on the cultural and religious interactions between Native Americans and European settlers during the colonial period and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by early Protestant missionaries in America.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.