""Colonel Gardiner: A Christian Drama"" is a play written by Thomas Foster Barham and published in 1823. The play is based on the life of James Gardiner, a British soldier who became a devout Christian after a near-death experience during the Battle of Prestonpans in 1745. The play follows Gardiner's journey from a young soldier to a respected officer and eventually a devoted Christian. It explores themes of faith, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. The play features a cast of characters including Gardiner's wife, fellow soldiers, and a group of rebels. The play is written in verse and includes several musical interludes. It was well-received upon its initial publication and has since been adapted for the stage and screen. Overall, ""Colonel Gardiner: A Christian Drama"" is a powerful exploration of one man's spiritual journey and the impact it had on those around him.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.