John H. Vincent

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

""John H. Vincent"" is a biography written by Elbert Hubbard that provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of John H. Vincent, an American clergyman, educator, and leader in the temperance movement. The book covers Vincent's early life, his education, and his career as a Methodist minister. It also explores his role in the founding of the Chautauqua Institution, a cultural and educational center in upstate New York that became a model for adult education programs across the country. The biography delves into Vincent's work as an advocate for temperance and social reform, including his efforts to promote women's suffrage and his involvement in the Prohibition movement. Hubbard's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a clear understanding of Vincent's life and the impact he had on American society in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Overall, ""John H. Vincent"" is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable man and a valuable contribution to the history of American social and religious movements.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Olympians: Elbert Hubbard's Selected Writings Part 2, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103889.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: 1425341756
• ISBN13: 9781425341756
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"