Giant in the Land: A Biography of William Bullein Johnson, First President of the Southern Baptist Convention

""Giant In The Land"" is a comprehensive biography of William Bullein Johnson, the first president of the Southern Baptist Convention. Written by Hortense Woodson, the book covers Johnson's life from his birth in 1782 to his death in 1862. Johnson was a prominent figure in the Baptist community, and his leadership helped shape the denomination into what it is today. The book explores Johnson's early years, his education, and his rise to prominence as a pastor and leader in the Baptist church. It also delves into his role in the founding of the Southern Baptist Convention and his efforts to promote unity among Baptists in the South. Woodson provides a detailed account of Johnson's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his public life as a religious leader and advocate for social justice. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Baptist history, the history of the South, or the life of William Bullein Johnson.""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.