The Early And Later Delaware Baptists (1880)

The Early and Later Delaware Baptists is a historical account of the Baptist Church in Delaware, written by Richard Briscoe Cook and originally published in 1880. The book covers the period from the establishment of the first Baptist church in Delaware in 1703 to the late 19th century. It provides a detailed account of the growth and development of the Baptist Church in Delaware, including the challenges and obstacles faced by the early Baptists in establishing their presence in the state.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or aspect of the history of the Delaware Baptists. The first chapter provides an overview of the early history of the Baptist Church in Delaware, including the establishment of the first church and the growth of the denomination in the state during the early 18th century. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the role of the Baptists in the American Revolution, the challenges faced by the church during the 19th century, and the growth of the Baptist Church in Delaware during the latter half of the 19th century.Throughout the book, Cook provides a wealth of information about the people, events, and institutions that shaped the history of the Delaware Baptists. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including church records, diaries, and other historical documents, to provide an accurate and detailed account of the history of the Delaware Baptists. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Baptist Church in Delaware, as well as for scholars and students of American religious history more broadly.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.