Life and Labours of Rev. Anselm Schuster

This memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Rev. Anselm Schuster, a prominent city missionary who worked in Belleville and other parts of Illinois in the early 20th century. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, including Schuster's own articles and sermons, the editor provides a nuanced portrait of a man dedicated to serving his community and spreading the gospel. A must-read for anyone interested in religious history or the social history of Illinois. 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 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. 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.