Life Of James De Koven (1899)

By William Cox Pope

Book Overview

The Life of James De Koven is a biographical book written by William Cox Pope in 1899. The book chronicles the life of James De Koven, an American Episcopal priest and theologian who lived from 1831 to 1879. De Koven was a prominent figure in the American Episcopal Church during the latter half of the 19th century, and the book explores his life, work, and contributions to the church. The book covers De Koven's early life, education, and ordination as a priest. It also delves into his work as a theologian, his involvement in the Oxford Movement, and his role in the founding of the Nashotah House, a theological seminary in Wisconsin. The book also explores De Koven's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his struggles with illness and depression. It provides insight into his character and personality, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures in the Episcopal Church, such as Bishop William Hobart Hare and Bishop John Henry Hopkins. Overall, The Life of James De Koven is a comprehensive biography of an important figure in the American Episcopal Church. It offers a glimpse into the life and work of a man who made significant contributions to the church during a time of great change and growth.This Book Is In English.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: 1120431794
• ISBN13: 9781120431790
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"