Theodore Parker

By Henry Steele Commager

Book Overview

Theodore Parker is a biography written by Henry Steele Commager that explores the life and legacy of Theodore Parker, a prominent American theologian and abolitionist in the 19th century. The book delves into Parker's early life in Massachusetts, his education at Harvard Divinity School, and his eventual rise to prominence as a minister and social reformer. Commager examines Parker's role in the abolitionist movement, including his involvement in the Underground Railroad and his advocacy for the immediate abolition of slavery. The book also explores Parker's views on religion, including his rejection of traditional Christian doctrines and his belief in a universal, natural religion. Commager provides a detailed analysis of Parker's writings and speeches, as well as his impact on American society and politics. Overall, Theodore Parker is a comprehensive and insightful biography that sheds light on one of the most important figures of the 19th century.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: 1162795433
• ISBN13: 9781162795430
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"