Karl Follen: A Biographical Study (1917)

By George Washington Spindler

Book Overview

Karl Follen: A Biographical Study is a book written by George Washington Spindler in 1917. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and works of Karl Follen, a German-American theologian, philosopher, and educator who lived during the 19th century. The author provides a detailed account of Follen's early life, education, and career, tracing his journey from Germany to the United States where he became a prominent figure in the academic and intellectual circles of his time.The book covers Follen's contributions to various fields such as theology, philosophy, and education, and his involvement in the political and social movements of his era. The author also explores Follen's personal life, including his marriage to Eliza Lee Cabot Follen and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Horace Mann.Spindler's biographical study of Karl Follen provides readers with a fascinating insight into the life of a significant figure in American intellectual history. The book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in the history of American thought and culture.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: 1164018094
• ISBN13: 9781164018094
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"