A Life of St. John for the Young

"A Life of St. John for the Young" by George Ludington Weed is a story that paints a picture of St. John's journey as a disciple of Jesus, crafted for young readers in the 1800s. It starts by showing St. John's world in Galilee, where he was a fisherman. The story tells about the different people and ideas around him and talks about how people were waiting for the Messiah; it also mentions his family's possible connection to Jesus. The book then begins to turn its attention to St. John's development, highlighting his friendships and lessons he learned in faith. It is all designed as an introduction for younger people who are interested in spiritual topics.