According to the Flesh: A Biography of Mary Baker Eddy

By Fleta Campbell Springer

Book Overview

""According to the Flesh: A Biography of Mary Baker Eddy"" by Fleta Campbell Springer is a comprehensive account of the life of one of the most significant religious figures in American history. Mary Baker Eddy was the founder of the Christian Science movement, which emphasized the power of spiritual healing and the unity of mind and body.The book delves into Eddy's early life, including her childhood in New Hampshire and her struggles with illness and poverty. It also explores her spiritual journey, which led her to develop the principles of Christian Science and establish the Church of Christ, Scientist.Springer's biography provides a detailed look at Eddy's personal life, including her marriages and relationships with family members and followers. It also examines the controversies and challenges Eddy faced as she worked to establish her church and spread her teachings.Throughout the book, Springer provides historical context and analysis of Eddy's impact on American religion and culture. She also draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Eddy's own writings and correspondence, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrait of this complex and influential figure.Overall, ""According to the Flesh"" is an engaging and informative biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of Mary Baker Eddy and her enduring influence on American spirituality.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425387152
• ISBN13: 9781425387150
• Release Date: March 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"