River John: Its Pastors and People (1911) First Edition

River John: Its Pastors and People by G. Lawson Gordon is a local history of River John, Nova Scotia, published in New Glasgow in 1911. This first edition, self-published by the author, offers a valuable early account of the community, its churches, ministers, families, and religious life.

The book reflects the importance of faith, settlement, and community memory in rural Nova Scotia. Gordon records the stories of pastors and people connected to River John, preserving names, events, and traditions that may be of interest to historians, genealogists, collectors, and descendants of local families.

As a self-published early twentieth-century regional history, this volume has strong appeal for readers interested in Nova Scotia history, Presbyterian or church history, Maritime communities, and Canadian local heritage. It is a meaningful collectible for those researching River John, Pictou County, and Atlantic Canadian roots.

Hardcover, Good. Front cover has a noticeable stain. Corners show bumping. Moderate shelf wear. Gilt is slightly faded.