Discover the extraordinary spiritual journey of John Newton in "The Life of John Newton, Written By Himself." This powerful autobiography recounts Newton's transformation from a rebellious youth engaged in the slave trade to an ordained minister and hymn writer, best known for penning the beloved hymn "Amazing Grace." Newton's candid reflections offer a rare glimpse into the moral complexities of his time and the profound impact of faith. Edited with insightful commentary by Richard Cecil, this edition sheds light on Newton's evolving beliefs and his significant contributions to the abolitionist movement. Experience the enduring legacy of a man who found redemption and dedicated his life to spreading the message of grace and forgiveness. "The Life of John Newton" remains a testament to the power of faith and the possibility of transformation, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in Christian history, spiritual autobiography, and the ongoing quest for moral understanding. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.