Martin Ruter (1915) - Paperback

Martin Ruter (1915) is a biography book written by Ernest Ashton Smith. The book tells the story of Martin Ruter, an American Methodist minister and missionary who lived in the 19th century. Ruter was born in 1785 in New York and grew up in a religious family. He became a Methodist preacher at the age of 20 and spent the rest of his life spreading the gospel in various parts of the United States and abroad.The book covers Ruter's early life, his education, his ministry in the United States, and his missionary work in Texas and Mexico. Ruter was instrumental in establishing the Methodist Church in Texas and played a key role in the development of the state's education system. He also traveled to Mexico to spread the gospel and establish Methodist churches there.The book provides a detailed account of Ruter's life, including his personal struggles and triumphs. It also explores the historical context in which Ruter lived and worked, including the social and political issues of the time. The author uses primary sources such as letters, diaries, and other historical documents to paint a vivid picture of Ruter's life and times.Overall, Martin Ruter (1915) is a fascinating biography of an important figure in American religious history. It offers insights into the life and work of a dedicated minister and missionary who made significant contributions to the development of the Methodist Church in the United States and beyond.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.