FATHER JOE: The Autobiography of Joseph Williamson

by Joseph Williamson ‧ RELEASE DATE: May 11, 1964

One of the best known, most colorful missioners of the Church of England to the slums of East London and the Stepney area tells the story of his long life. More than sixty years were given to rescue labors in the squalor and vice of the slums, old age finding ""Father Joe"" at the climax of his vigorous and heroic career as he battled the most appalling housing conditions of his parish and the accompanying degradation of prostitution which flourished there. A believer in direct action and immediate rescue of the destitute and fallen, he was also adept in bludgeoning members of Parliament into seeing conditions first hand and in needling bishops of the Church into action. The writing is simple but lively and carries conviction. In a day when it is too easily assumed that urban redevelopment is going to cure all social ills, it is salutary to have this story of a valid personal ministry to people.

Pub Date: May 11, 1964

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Abingdon

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: May 1, 1964

Categories: NONFICTION