Trials and Triumphs: An Autobiography

Mrs. W. T. Tardy, Marshall, TX, 1919. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/No Dust Jacket. 116pp; The encouraging autobiography of a Baptist preacher who was stricken with Lateral Sclerosis, and spent five years of his life as an invalid, often unable to lift even a piece of bread. During that time, with the aid of a stenographer, he wrote constantly. Then, his health miraculously improved and he resumed lectioning until his health deteriorated again and he was unable to continue. Determined to write his autobiography as an encouragement to others and to provide for his family, some days he could write only a few paragraphs, but he hoped to finish it. He passed away on the day that the final draft was sent to the printers; Covers have some rubbing and bumping, and the corners are curled; Spotted discoloration along the spine, and minor wrinkling; Pages are yellowed, but have no extraneous markings; Binding feels a little loose, and is just beginning to crack along the title page; Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 pound. Category: Biography & Autobiography; Christian::Biography; Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 101826. .