Henry Ward Beecher

""Henry Ward Beecher: An American Portrait"" is a biography of the famous American preacher, lecturer, and abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher. The book, written by Paxton Hibben, provides a detailed account of Beecher's life, from his childhood in Connecticut to his rise to national prominence as one of the most influential figures of the 19th century. The book explores Beecher's early years as a student at Amherst College and his eventual decision to become a minister. It also delves into his controversial views on slavery and his involvement in the abolitionist movement, including his role in the Underground Railroad. Hibben provides a nuanced portrait of Beecher, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses. He examines Beecher's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his involvement in several scandals, including a highly publicized adultery trial. Throughout the book, Hibben contextualizes Beecher's life within the larger social and political landscape of the time, exploring the impact of the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the changing role of religion in American society. Overall, ""Henry Ward Beecher: An American Portrait"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most important and complex figures. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the country's history and culture.1927. This work is a straightforward, no holds barred biographical account of the life of Reverend Henry Ward Beecher. Beecher was the archbishop of American liberal Protestantism. He came out on the right side of every question, always a little too late. He was referred to as the greatest preacher since St. Paul. He was mentioned for the presidency. He was a powerful writer of trash. This is an intriguing picture of the man and times.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.