He wrote three books about his experiences as a preacher .
John Marrant ( June 15 , 1755 -- April 15 , 1791 ) was one of the first African - American preachers and missionaries .
John Marrant wrote three books about John Marrant 's experiences as a preacher .
John Marrant ( June 15 , 1755 -- April 15 , 1791 ) was one of the first African - American preachers and missionaries .