The book is the story of 'Abdu'l-Bah?'s trip to New York in 1912. It focuses on the spiritual and social teachings of the Bah?'? Faith as described by the Master. It familiarizes the reader with the life and beliefs of the people of New York at the time. It also introduces the early Bah?'? community of the United States, their understanding and interests, their struggles and achievements in building the Baha'i community.