Biography Of Robert Finley, Of Basking Ridge, New Jersey: With An Account Of His Agency As The Author Of The American Colonization Society (1857)

By: Brown, Isaac Van Arsdale

Book Overview

The book ""Biography Of Robert Finley, Of Basking Ridge, New Jersey: With An Account Of His Agency As The Author Of The American Colonization Society (1857)"" by Isaac Van Arsdale Brown is a biographical work that tells the story of Robert Finley, a prominent figure in the history of American colonization. Finley was a Presbyterian minister who lived in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and played a key role in the formation of the American Colonization Society, which aimed to send free African Americans to Liberia in West Africa.The book provides a detailed account of Finley's life and work, tracing his early years as a minister and educator, his involvement in the founding of the American Colonization Society, and his efforts to promote the cause of colonization throughout the United States. The author also explores Finley's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his role in shaping the political and social landscape of his time.Through extensive research and analysis, Brown paints a vivid portrait of Finley and his contributions to American history, shedding light on the complex issues of race, slavery, and colonization that shaped the nation during the early 19th century. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of American colonization, the abolitionist movement, or the role of religion in shaping social and political change.Also A Sketch Of The Slave Trade, A View Of Our National Policy And That Of Great Britain Towards Liberia And Africa.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: 1165275694
• ISBN13: 9781165275694
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"