The remarkable life of John Wesley Etheridge, a prominent figure in the 19th century Anglican church, is the subject of this fascinating memoir. Thornley Smith's detailed and engaging account covers Etheridge's early life, his influential work as a translator of Syriac texts, and his later years as a respected member of the church. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in the 19th century. This work...