Scott, Carolyn 1930-

Slave ship Captain : the story of John Newton (Stories of faith and fame) / by Carolyn Scott. - 92 pages ; 18 cm. - Stories of faith and fame. . - Stories of faith and fame. .

First paperback edition 1975. Third impression 1980.

This is the galland, thrilling story of the boy who went off to sea to become a ship's captain - but his ship was a slave trading ship! John Newton's heart was touched by the misery he saw around him. He was converted and became one of London's famous preachers, and worked hard to kill the slave trade which had once given him his livelihood.--Back cover.

For 9-13 year olds.

0718822455 (paperback)


Newton, John, 1725-1807.


Christian biography--Juvenile literature.
Church of England --Clergy--Biography--Juvenile literature.