Lives of the apostles of Jesus Christ

"Lives of the Apostles of Jesus Christ" by David Francis Bacon is an early 19th-century historical exploration offering accessible accounts of the apostles' lives. Bacon explains his mission to shine a light on the apostles through plenty of research of historical works. He distinguishes between the differing types of apostles and acknowledges the meanings of "apostle", explaining the impact and implications in the ancient world. The overall tone of the book seeks to inform the reader about the apostles and their differing paths.