The Life Of Jean Frederic Oberlin: Pastor Of The Ban De La Roche (1886)

by Josephine Butler

Book Overview

The Life of Jean Frederic Oberlin: Pastor of the Ban de la Roche is a biography written by Josephine E. Butler in 1886. The book tells the story of Jean Frederic Oberlin, a French pastor who lived in the Ban de la Roche region of France during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Oberlin is known for his philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and social welfare. He established schools and vocational training programs for the poor, and worked to improve the living conditions of his parishioners. The book follows Oberlin's life from his childhood in Strasbourg, through his education and early ministry, and his work in the Ban de la Roche. It also explores his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues, and his struggles with illness and personal loss. Butler's biography draws on a variety of sources, including Oberlin's own writings and letters, as well as accounts from his contemporaries. The book provides a detailed portrait of Oberlin as a man of deep faith and compassion, whose work had a lasting impact on the people he served. Overall, The Life of Jean Frederic Oberlin: Pastor of the Ban de la Roche is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in French history.This Book Is In English.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: 1160259003
• ISBN13: 9781160259002
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"