Jerry Sutton examines the twenty-year struggle to restore the destiny and distinction of the Southern Baptist Convention by describing the context of the struggle; the reformation that began in the Convention and how it took place; and the institutions in which the resurgence took place. This book serves as a testimony and an expression of gratitude to those who worked to bring about the Baptist Reformation.
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful. The ultimate Nelson biographyBy P. HawI'm amazed and thrilled by the depth of Sugden's research and the new insight into the life of this incredible man. Since the age of 11 or 12 I've been fascinated with Nelson and he's been a hobby and a passion of mine ever since. I believe I've read just about every book written about him and truly believed there was nothing left to say. Sugden has proved me wrong.His research of previously ignored original sources (courts-martial transcripts; correspondence; logs; diaries; etc.) presents a 3-dimensional look at not just the man himself; but also of his world and people around him. Instead of mere names of fellow officers; shipmates; politicians and acquaintances who interacted with Nelson; the author has researched their backgrounds and lives also and they "jump" off the page as real people. He also puts Nelson's naval and world views into the context of the late 18th early 19th centuries rather than looking at them retrospectively through the eyes of many modern authors. Cleverly; the author repeatedly refers to Nelson as just Horatio; further bring him to life as a real person...you begin to feel connected to him.Sugden quickly lays to rest many of the myths that have surrounded Nelson for two centuries; however; this is not a "hatchet job" a la Terry Coleman; but a reasonable and rational examination of documented evidence to refute some of the "romanticized" legends. Nor is the book yet another hagiography of Nelson; rather it paints him as a sometimes rash; impetuous; politically rigid young officer; sometimes suffering severe bouts of depression; and not above "cooking the books" or; in one instance; flouting the authorities to facilitate the escape of an accused murderer. But it also presents him as a consummately professional naval officer; passionately patriotic; sincerely and devoutly religious; driven by honor; and deeply committed to his duty to his country and his men...sometimes to a fault. In it we begin to see the emergence of a natural-born leader of men and the seeds of the greatness that he was eventually to achieve.This is not just a highly-researched and scholarly work; it is an extremely well-written book and an absolute "page turner". If you only read one book about Nelson; this should be it (and the 2nd volume of course).0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The book is excellent; well written and extremely comprehensive about Nelson's lifeBy Harold E. BoucherThis volume about Admiral Lord Nelson is by the same author of "Nelson; The Sword of Albion". The book is excellent; well written and extremely comprehensive about Nelson's life. For any person interested in history; especially naval history; this book is a must.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great but WordyBy jjbgThis is a book for people who really want to find out something about Nelsons early life; because the author goes into grinding detail. However; it is well written and holds interest; if you are really interested.
