A Fighting Parson: The Autobiography Of Alexander Irvine

A Fighting Parson: The Autobiography Of Alexander Irvine is a memoir written by Alexander Irvine, a Presbyterian minister who served in the United States and Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book chronicles Irvine's life from his childhood in rural Ireland to his experiences as a soldier in World War I. Irvine describes his struggles with poverty, his conversion to Christianity, and his decision to become a minister. He also reflects on his experiences as a pastor in various communities, including his work with the poor and marginalized. In addition, Irvine shares his views on social and political issues of his time, such as the labor movement, women's suffrage, and the temperance movement. The book provides a unique perspective on the social and political climate of the early 20th century and offers insight into the life of a dedicated minister who fought for social justice and equality.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.