02468cam a22003493u 4500 73379 UtSlPG 20260610134710.0 m cr n 260607r20241881utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03018836 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F396 Pierson, Hamilton W. (Hamilton Wilcox), 1817-1888 In the brush Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-04-12 Sonya Schermann, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "In the Brush; or, Old-time Social, Political, and Religious Life in the Southwest" by Rev. Hamilton W. Pierson, D.D. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book offers an in-depth exploration of the life, culture, and experiences of a preacher and his interactions with the people of the Southwest during a time of significant social change. It focuses on the unique customs, hospitality, and religious practices of the region, portraying a vibrant tapestry of life in the Brush. The opening of the work sets the stage for the author's reflections on his ministerial journey in the Southwest, his initial encounters, and the distinctive aspects of the society he aimed to serve. Pierson shares his motivation for documenting these experiences, emphasizing the warmth and hospitality he received from the local people. Through anecdotes and illustrative dialogues, he captures the essence of daily life, from the challenges of traveling on horseback through rugged terrains to the richness of community gatherings and religious meetings, revealing a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era's cultural identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York: D. Appelton and Company, 1881 Southwest, Old -- Social life and customs Missions -- Southwest, Old Sheppard, William Ludwell, 1833-1912 https://archive.org/details/inbrush00pier/page/n5/mode/2up?view=theater https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73379 114104 114104