Jacob S Payton (15 results)

Paperback. Presumed first edition (no additional printings listed) . Original green cloth over paper, approximately 3 1/4 x 4 5/8 inches, 101 pp. Very good+ to near fine. Lower corner of rear cover creased, minor shelf wear, otherwise tight, clean, paper crisp, unmarked and apparently never read. World War II era inspirational booklet, with texts from the Bible, inspirational readings, ritual for Holy Communion, etc. Religion; World War II; military; ephemera. …

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Hardcover. 1st edition. xviii, 603 p.: 9 pl.; 23.5 cm. (Methodist union catalog A2236) 1st collection of Letters, giving more detail than the Journals. `An extended search has been made for the letters.' (ix) -- `On one occasion he referred to the fact that he wrote as many as a thousand a year. Frankly, this seems to be an exaggeration' [vii] -- `We hope that as a result of this study many more letters may come to light. It is a great source of disappointment to us that after five years of research more letters have not been found.' [559] -- `When the question of how to print the letters arose, the problems had to be faced. Should they be printed as they appear in the originals? We would have preferred to have them printed just as Asbury wrote them. However, many of the letters could not be obtained in the originals. The printed copies are all that are extant. .Asbury wished them to be edited if they were to be printed.He gave instruc tions to this effect when some were requested for printing in The Methodist Magazine; therefore his wishes were followed in the first printings. .The letters here printed follow the pattern of the Journal as it was published by Hollingsworth. .The rule has been to let the writer speak his own mind and have his say. .Asbury comes more alive as one reads his correspondence. A reader of the letters is at times exasperated because of the omissions of time between them. .Fortunately, as a rule, the Journal supplies the inform ation.' (xi) -- `There was a frankness in his letters which was refreshing. When the occasion demanded it, he wrote directly, even critically, to a person who needed criticism. He was a born leader, and this gift of leader ship showed itself strongly at times in dealing with his friends.' (xii) Good ex-lib. lightly edgeworn maroon cloth (Abingdon binding). …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed exploration of the multifaceted roles of chaplains during World War II, providing insightful perspectives on the services they rendered both at home and abroad. The author offers an in-depth analysis of the challenges and complexities faced by chaplains, highlighting their efforts to provide spiritual guidance, moral support, and emotional comfort to soldiers and civilians alike. The book delves into the historical context of military chaplaincy, tracing its evolution from the earliest days of warfare to the complexities of modern conflicts. By examining the experiences of chaplains from various denominations and backgrounds, the author sheds light on the profound impact of their work in times of crisis and uncertainty. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the enduring importance of spiritual care and the vital role that chaplains play in shaping the human experience during times of war. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Within a historical moment marked by the devastation of World War II and the advent of the atomic bomb, this book delves into the profound and urgent question of the tension between scientific progress and human morality. The author, a prominent religious leader and former chaplain, explores the role of science in shaping our understanding of the world and the moral dilemmas it presents. Through an incisive analysis of key scientific advancements and their potential consequences, the book grapples with the ethical responsibilities of scientists and the need for a renewed commitment to peace and human well-being. By examining the intersection of science, technology, and human values, this book challenges readers to confront the existential questions of our time and to forge a path toward a future where scientific advancements serve the betterment of humanity rather than its destruction. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Three volumes. A Fair ex-library set in original maroon cloth, with the usual ex-libris markings. Paper tears at the gutters of each volume have been glue-mended. The text block bindings are sound, and the text is clean/unmarked. No dust jackets. Book.…

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. THIRD VOLUME ONLY. Published Jointly by Epworth Press and Abingdon Press (1992). XVIII+603 pages. Frontispiece + 10 B/W plates. New Hardcover, no dj. 9.4"x6.0"x1.7". be44369.

Hardcover. 1st thus. 3 vols.; 23.5 cm. Maps by Lewis Akin, Thoburn Lyon. (Methodist union catalog A2236) [First edition of Journal 1821, 3 vols.] Contents -- 1. The journal 1771-1793. xxiv, 778 p. -- 2. The journal 1794-1816. [4], 871 p.; front. (port.); with index to vols. 1-2 -- 3. The letters. xviii, 603 p.; front. (port), 8 pl. Addenda, p. [557]-75; index to vol. 3, p. [577]-603. -- From vol. 3: An extended search has been made for the letters. . (ix); 'We hope that as a result of this study many more letters may come to light. It is a great source of disappointment to us that after five years of research more letters have not been found.' [559]; `When the question of how to print the letters arose, the problems had to be faced. Should they be printed as they appear in the originals? We would have preferred to have them printed just as Asbury wrote them. However, many of the letters could not be obtained in the originals. The printed copies are all that are extant. .Asbury wished them to be edited if they were to be printed. He gave instructions to this effect when some were requested for printing in The Methodist Magazine; therefore his wishes were followed in the first printings. .The letters here printed follow the pattern of the Journal as it was published by Hollingsworth and upon which several had worked as editors. The rule has been to let the writer speak his own mind and have his say. How we wish there were more of the letters! What we have makes us wish for more. Asbury comes more alive as one reads his correspondence. A reader of the letters is at times exasperated because of the omissions of time between them. .Fortunately, as a rule, the Journal supplies the information.' (vol. 3, p. xi) VG set in blue cloth, edgeworn djs. Spattering front edge vol 3. Mark Prior charcoal drawings (illustrator). …