Memoir Of Samuel B. McPheeters (1870)

By Samuel Brown McPheeters and John S Grasty

Book Overview

Memoir of Samuel B. McPheeters, written by John S. Grasty and published in 1870, is a biographical account of the life of Samuel B. McPheeters, a prominent Presbyterian minister and educator in the mid-19th century. The book covers McPheeters' early life, his education, his religious and philosophical beliefs, and his career as a minister and educator.The memoir begins with McPheeters' childhood in Virginia and his early education. It then follows his journey to Princeton Theological Seminary, where he studied theology and became a Presbyterian minister. McPheeters' religious beliefs are explored in detail, including his views on predestination, the role of the church, and the importance of education.The book also covers McPheeters' career as a minister, including his time as a pastor in Virginia and his work as a professor at Hampden-Sydney College. McPheeters' role in the Presbyterian Church during the Civil War is also discussed, including his opposition to the Confederate government and his support of the Union cause.Throughout the memoir, Grasty provides insight into McPheeters' personality and character, describing him as a man of great intelligence, integrity, and faith. The book includes numerous anecdotes and personal recollections from McPheeters' friends and colleagues, adding to the richness of the portrait painted by Grasty.Overall, Memoir of Samuel B. McPheeters is a fascinating and informative account of the life of a prominent figure in 19th-century American religious and educational history. It offers a unique perspective on the role of religion and education in shaping American society during a time of great upheaval and change.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: 1165490641
• ISBN13: 9781165490646
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"