A Brief History of the Presbyterians

by James H. Smylie

Overview

A Brief History of the Presbyterians offers laity and clergy a succint and thorough introduction to the history of Presbyterianism. James Smylie chronicles the origins of the Reformed tradition and carries the sage through each subsequent era up to the eve of the twenty-first century, focusing on Presbyterianism in North America. All the major figures in the history of Presbyterianism, such as John Calvin, Francis Makemie, and John Witherspoon are included, as well as a host of others.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781611644531
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	10/01/1996
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

James H. Smylie is Ernest Trice Thompson Professor Emeritus of Church History at Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Virginia.