Aimee Semple McPherson

<DIV>One of the most influential and dynamic evangelists of the twentieth century Aimee Semple McPherson (1890-1944) was a complex controversial figure with a flair for the dramatic. Against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties Sister Aimee as she was widely known cultivated her ministry preaching the old-time religion and calling for a return to simple biblical Christianity. A religious leader who strongly identified with ordinary folk McPherson attracted thousands of fiercely loyal followers throughout the United States and Canada.<br><br>Edith Blumhofer's thorough biography is grounded in extensive research and academic scholarship. The book offers unique insights into McPherson's Canadian and Salvation Army roots and her relationship with Pentecostalism. Significantly Blumhofer had access to selected minutes of the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel a resource not available to previous biographers and contact with both of McPherson's children Roberta Semple Salter and Rolf McPherson. Dozens of photographs also help to illustrate McPherson's multiple roles as missionary radio broadcaster editor mother wife and--above all--colorful and inspiring evangelist.</DIV>