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Samuel Crowther: The Slave Boy Who Became Bishop Of The Niger (1890) is a biography written by Jesse Page that tells the inspiring story of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a former slave who became the first African bishop of the Anglican Church. The book chronicles Crowther's journey from being captured as a child and sold into slavery to his eventual freedom and education. Crowther's story is a testament to his resilience and determination, as he overcame incredible obstacles to become a prominent religious figure and advocate for the rights of Africans. The book provides a detailed account of Crowther's life, including his work as a missionary in West Africa and his efforts to promote education and Christianity among his people. Overall, Samuel Crowther: The Slave Boy Who Became Bishop Of The Niger (1890) is a powerful and inspiring biography that celebrates the life and legacy of a remarkable individual who overcame the odds to make a significant impact on the world.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.