The book ""The Rise of Methodism in the West: Being the Journal of the Western Conference 1800-1811"" by William Warren Sweet is a historical account of the early years of Methodism in the western United States. The book is based on the journal kept by the Western Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church from 1800 to 1811.The Western Conference was a group of Methodist preachers who traveled throughout the western territories, preaching and establishing churches. The journal kept by the conference provides a detailed account of their travels, the people they met, and the challenges they faced.The book covers a range of topics, including the growth of Methodism in the west, the role of women in the church, and the relationship between the Methodist Church and Native American communities. It also provides insight into the daily life of early Methodists, including their religious practices, social customs, and living conditions.Overall, ""The Rise of Methodism in the West"" offers a unique perspective on the early years of Methodism in the United States and the challenges faced by those who worked to spread the faith in the western territories. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion in America.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.
