Life And Letters Of Phillips Brooks V1

By: Allen, Alexander V. G.

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of Phillips Brooks V1 is a comprehensive biography written by Alexander V. G. Allen. The book covers the life of Phillips Brooks, a renowned American Episcopal clergyman and author who lived in the 19th century. The first volume of the book begins with Brooks' childhood and early education, and goes on to detail his time at Harvard University and his early years as a minister. The book also covers Brooks' travels to Europe, where he was exposed to different cultures and religious traditions, and his eventual return to the United States, where he became a prominent figure in the Episcopal Church. Throughout the book, Allen draws on a variety of sources, including Brooks' personal letters and diaries, to provide a detailed and intimate portrait of the man behind the public figure. The book also explores Brooks' theological beliefs and his impact on the Episcopal Church, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Overall, the Life and Letters of Phillips Brooks V1 is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most influential religious figures of the 19th century, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in the history of the Episcopal Church or the broader history of religion in America.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: 1432688340
• ISBN13: 9781432688349
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 660 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"