Bishop of Heard County: The Story of J. C. Adams, Georgia Circuit Rider

Bishop of Heard County: The Story of J.C. Adams, Georgia Circuit Rider is a biography written by Dora Byron. The book is about the life of J.C. Adams, who was a circuit rider in Georgia during the 19th century. Adams was born in 1837 and grew up in a poor family in Georgia. Despite his humble beginnings, he was determined to become a preacher and began his ministry as a circuit rider in the 1860s.The book follows Adams' life as he travels across Georgia, preaching to people in small towns and rural areas. It details his struggles with poverty, illness, and the challenges of preaching in a time when many people were skeptical of religion. Despite these obstacles, Adams remained committed to his mission and became a respected figure in the community.The book also explores the social and political climate of the time, including the Civil War and Reconstruction era. It examines how these events impacted Adams' ministry and the communities he served.Overall, Bishop of Heard County provides a fascinating look into the life of a circuit rider and the role of religion in the South during the 19th century. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that will appeal to anyone interested in Southern history, religion, or the lives of ordinary people during this time period.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.