From Slave Boy to Bishop: The Story of Samuel Adjai Crowther [Paperback]

From the Stories of Faith and Fame series - the stories of men and women who went all over the world with their Christian faith. Samuel Adjai Crowther (1809-1892) led an exciting and adventurous life. Born in a West African village, he was captured and sold as a slave. After a dramatic rescue he became a Christian. He travelled extensively, founding many Christian missions. He translated the Bible into Yoruba, and became the first black Anglican bishop.