John Fiske

By Andrew McFarland Davis

Book Overview

""John Fiske"" by Andrew McFarland Davis is a biography of the American philosopher, historian, and writer John Fiske. Fiske was a prominent figure in the late 19th century, known for his work on evolutionary theory, American history, and the philosophy of religion. Davis explores Fiske's life and work, tracing his intellectual development and examining his major contributions to American thought. The book covers Fiske's early years in Connecticut, his education at Harvard, and his travels in Europe, as well as his later career as a writer and lecturer. Davis also delves into Fiske's personal life, including his marriage, his friendships with other writers and intellectuals, and his struggles with illness. Overall, ""John Fiske"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential thinkers.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: 1428663029
• ISBN13: 9781428663022
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"