John Bascom, Prophet

By Sanford Robinson

Book Overview

""John Bascom, Prophet"" is a biography written by Sanford Robinson that chronicles the life and work of John Bascom, an influential American philosopher and educator of the 19th century. The book delves into Bascom's early life, his education at Williams College, and his eventual rise to prominence as a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Bascom's philosophical ideas, which were heavily influenced by transcendentalism and German idealism, are explored in depth, as are his contributions to the fields of theology, ethics, and social reform. The biography also touches on Bascom's involvement in the abolitionist movement and his advocacy for women's rights. Through extensive research and analysis, Robinson paints a vivid portrait of a man who was not only a brilliant thinker but also a passionate advocate for justice and equality. Overall, ""John Bascom, Prophet"" is a compelling and insightful look at one of America's most important intellectual figures.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: 1432504916
• ISBN13: 9781432504915
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"