John Black, the Apostle of the Red River Or, How the Blue Banner Was Unfurled on Manitoba Prairies

"John Black, the Apostle of the Red River" by George Bryce is a historical biography that recounts the amazing journey of John Black, a determined minister who helped build a Christian community in the wild Red River Settlement. The story starts by looking into John Black's strong Christian upbringing in Scotland and follows his big move to America with his family, showing his growing passion for missionary work. Readers quickly learn of his calling to the Red River, where he hopes to meet a growing spiritual need within the community. Through storytelling and historical background, the author draws a picture of Black as the right man to serve the settlers within Manitoba.