From Poor-House To Pulpit Or, The Triumphs Of The Late Dr. John Kitto

""From Poor-House To Pulpit"" is a biography of the late Dr. John Kitto, written by William Makepeace Thayer. The book chronicles Kitto's life, from his childhood spent in poverty and near-blindness in Plymouth, England, to his eventual rise to become a renowned biblical scholar and preacher. Despite his difficult upbringing, Kitto showed a remarkable aptitude for learning and a deep passion for the Bible. With the help of a local philanthropist, he was able to attend school and eventually became a teacher himself. Through hard work and determination, he continued to advance in his studies and eventually became a respected author and lecturer. The book is intended for a young audience and serves as an inspiring example of perseverance and dedication.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.