Books – History and biography

We are told today that Christian missionaries of the past were tools of colonial oppression. The story of William Knibb shows how wildly wrong this is. Persecuted by British rulers in Jamaica because he opposed settlers’ abuses, he was pivotal in swinging public opinion behind legislation to end slavery.

An inspirational book for young people for almost 40 years. Strongly recommended by the late Dr Martyn Lloyd-Jones, here is a collection of 11 outstanding testimonies (with many illustrations) presenting the lives of pioneer scientists along with historical and unique figures, each providing a powerful testimony to the saving grace of God.

Here are the biographies of fourteen people sharing a personal spiritual experience which changed them. Given to unconverted people, they challenge the heart and open the way to further spiritual influence. For the preacher, youth leader or Sunday School teacher, they provide illustrations to enrich messages for years to come.