A Memoir of William Henry Doke (1884)

A Memoir of William Henry Doke is a biographical account of the life of William Henry Doke, written by the man himself in 1884. Doke was a prominent figure in the Methodist Church in South Africa, and this memoir provides insight into his personal and professional life.The book begins with Doke's childhood in England and his family's move to South Africa when he was a teenager. It then follows his journey as a Methodist minister, from his early years as a circuit rider to his later roles as a missionary and bishop. Along the way, Doke shares his experiences with preaching, evangelism, and church organization, as well as his thoughts on various social and political issues of the day.Throughout the memoir, Doke also reflects on his personal life, including his marriage to his wife Mary and the challenges they faced raising their children in a foreign country. He also discusses his own spiritual journey, including his struggles with doubt and his eventual acceptance of his calling to the ministry.Overall, A Memoir of William Henry Doke is a fascinating look at the life of a man who played an important role in the development of the Methodist Church in South Africa. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of missionary work in the late 19th century, as well as a glimpse into the personal life of a dedicated servant of God.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.