Memoirs

By Thomas Halyburton

Book Overview

Memoirs of Thomas Halyburton is a book that was published in 1825. It is an autobiographical account of the life of Thomas Halyburton, a Scottish theologian and professor of divinity at the University of St. Andrews. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is an introductory essay by an unknown author, which provides a brief overview of Halyburton's life and work. The second part is Halyburton's own account of his life, which covers his childhood, education, and career as a minister and professor. Halyburton was born in 1674 in Scotland and was raised in a strict Presbyterian household. He was educated at the University of Edinburgh, where he studied theology and philosophy. After completing his studies, he became a minister in the Church of Scotland and later a professor of divinity at the University of St. Andrews. Halyburton's memoirs provide a detailed account of his religious beliefs and experiences, as well as his struggles with illness and personal loss. He also reflects on his relationships with other theologians and scholars of his time, including John Locke and Isaac Newton. Overall, Memoirs of Thomas Halyburton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish theology and the life of one of its most influential figures.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: 1165490145
• ISBN13: 9781165490141
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"