About the Author

Professor of Educational Administration at Georgia Southern University. An American icon and the greatest religious leader of our time; hailed as the world's preacher, Billy Graham's career has spanned more than five decades and his ministry of faith has touched the hearts and souls of millions. He has preached the Gospel to more people in a live-audience format than anyone else in history - more than 210 million people, in more than 185 countries and territories through various meetings, including Mission World and Global Mission. Today Billy Graham and his ministry are known around the globe. He has preached in remote African villages and in the heart of New York City, and those to whom he has ministered have ranged from heads of state to the simple living bushmen of Australia and the wandering tribes of Africa and the Middle East. Since 1977, Dr. Graham has been accorded the opportunity to conduct preaching missions in virtually every country of the former Eastern bloc, including the former Soviet Union. Born William Franklin Graham, Jr., in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 1918, he entered the ministry in 1943 and soon began conducting evangelistic crusades. In 1950, he founded The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, which has sponsored crusades and produced radio and television programs as well as films. Dr. Graham has written 24 books, many of which have become top sellers. His autobiography, Just As I Am, published in 1997, achieved a "triple crown," appearing simultaneously on the three top best-seller lists in one week. Billy Graham has been honoured with many awards. He lives in Montreat, North Carolina. His wife Ruth passed away on June 14, 2007

Reviews

High Acclaim for the Man behind Amazing Faith:
The Authorized Biography of Bill Bright

"No movement of our time is likely to have a more healthy impact upon the life of our nation than the movement founded and headed by Bill Bright."
Religion Editor, The Los Angeles Times

"He has reached people in a depth and number matched by few in history--He brings great power to his message because he 'walks his talk.' "
George H. Gallup, Jr., The Gallup International Institute

"There is no one else I know in this world who has lived the Spirit-filled life so consistently while maintaining a high level of humility."
Tom Landry, former coach of the Dallas Cowboys

"Bill has always resisted the temptation to use the influence he has gained through his ministry for political or pecuniary gain. His first concern has always been his burden for
lost souls."
Ralph Reed, former executive director, The Christian Coalition

"He has never sought to receive praise for himself. He is one of the most humble men we know--his heart and motives have always been to lift up Christ, and God has used him mightily."
Charles M. Duke, Jr., Apollo 16 Astronaut,
Retired Brigadier General,
United States Air Force