The Life Of Devereux Jarratt, Rector Of Bath Parish, Dinwiddie County, Virginia: In A Series Of Letters To John Coleman (1806)

The Life of Devereux Jarratt, Rector of Bath Parish, Dinwiddie County, Virginia: In a Series of Letters to John Coleman (1806) is a biographical work written by Devereux Jarratt. The book is a collection of letters that Jarratt wrote to his friend John Coleman, chronicling his life as a rector in Virginia during the 18th century. Jarratt was a prominent figure in the Anglican Church in Virginia, and his letters provide a unique perspective on the religious and social landscape of the time. He discusses his experiences as a missionary to the Native American tribes in the region, as well as his efforts to promote education and literacy among his parishioners. The book also delves into Jarratt's personal life, including his struggles with illness and his family's financial difficulties. Throughout the letters, Jarratt emphasizes the importance of faith and the power of religion to transform lives. Overall, The Life of Devereux Jarratt offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a colonial-era clergyman and his contributions to the development of the Anglican Church in Virginia.Also Contains Thoughts On Some Important Subjects In Divinity, In A Series Of Letters To A Friend.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.