A stimulating biography of this renowned early believer, whose tireless travels throughout the USA, Europe and India attracted hundreds to the love of their Lord. The voice of Lua Getsinger as heard through her diaries, letters and talks between 1898 and 1916. Here is the life of one whom 'Abdu'l-Bahá named 'The Herald of the Covenant', a life of sacrifice and daring that will surely inspire all those who wish to follow in the steps of one of the most outstanding Bahá'í women.

A thorough and inspiring biography of the first American Bahá'í, Thornton Chase. Robert Stockman traces Chase's life from his ancestry in the Puritan culture of seventeenth century New England, and his service in the army during the American Civil War, to his spiritual awakening and pilgrimage to Haifa to meet 'Abdu'l-Bahá. Chase's life was characterised by a high level of sincerity, service and compassion. In a farewell address he was to state: "This is a working universe, not a dreaming one. The true vision is that of the truth of service, to be a factor in the hand of God for making existence happier…." Stockman takes a very personal interest in Chase's life, finding many similarities and parallels between Chase's life and his own. The reader can feel Stockman's deep respect for his subject. 'Abdu'l-Bahá revealed prayers for Chase, and was to give him the honorary appellation 'Steadfast'. This is a highly absorbing read about an outstanding figure in the history of the Bahá'í Faith.

A compelling account of the life of the man described by 'Abdu'l-Bahá as 'my spiritual associate ... my participator and co-sharer!' This fascinating book provides unique glimpses into the life of the Holy Family, and offers an intimate portrait of the history of the Faith in America and the difficulties and challenges that faced the early Western believers.