9781419159749

Theodore Parker

Format: Paperback

ISBN13: 9781419159749

Paperback|9781419159749


Overview

Theodore Parker is a biographical work written by Henry Steele Commager that chronicles the life of Theodore Parker, a prominent American Transcendentalist and abolitionist. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Parker's life, from his childhood in Massachusetts to his rise as a renowned preacher and social reformer. Commager delves into Parker's personal life, discussing his struggles with illness and his relationships with family and friends. The book also explores Parker's philosophical and theological beliefs, including his rejection of traditional Christian doctrines and his embrace of Unitarianism and Transcendentalism. In addition, Commager examines Parker's role in the abolitionist movement, his involvement in the Underground Railroad, and his influence on other prominent figures of the time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. Overall, Theodore Parker is a detailed and engaging portrait of a fascinating figure in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

ISBN-13

9781419159749

ISBN-10

1419159747

Weight

1.22 Pounds

Dimensions

6.00 x 0.84 x 9.00 In

List Price

$33.95

Format

Paperback

Publisher

Kessinger Publishing

Published On

2005-05-01



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