02319cam a22003133u 4500 41480 UtSlPG 20260610133940.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Hood, Edwin Paxton, 1820-1885 Christmas Evans, the Preacher of Wild Wales : His country, his times, and his contemporaries Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-11-25 Transcribed from the 1888 Hodder and Stoughton edition by David Price "Christmas Evans, the Preacher of Wild Wales" by Edwin Paxton Hood is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life and significance of Christmas Evans, a prominent Welsh preacher known for his unique style and influence on the religious landscape of Wales. Through the narrative, readers will gain insight into not only Evans' personal journey but also the broader context of Welsh preaching during his time, highlighting its characteristics and cultural importance. The opening of the work sets the stage for an exploration of Evans' life, beginning with an introduction to the significance of Welsh preaching and the context in which Evans emerged as a leading figure. It discusses the unique elements of Welsh preaching, emphasizing its deep emotional resonance within the isolated communities of Wales. It hints at Evans' early hardships, his ambitious beginnings in ministry, and the spiritual environment that shaped him, preparing the reader for a detailed recounting of his experiences and contributions as a preacher. The text outlines the challenges faced by the clergy in Wales while illustrating the powerful connection between the preacher and his audience, shaped by both language and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Evans, Christmas, 1766-1838 Evans, Christmas, 1766-1838 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41480 82319 82319