Theodore Parker

Theodore Parker is a biography written by Henry Steele Commager about the life and work of Theodore Parker, an influential American theologian and social reformer of the 19th century. Commager traces Parker's life from his early years in Massachusetts to his education at Harvard Divinity School, where he developed his radical ideas about religion and social justice. Parker's beliefs were rooted in Unitarianism, but he rejected traditional Christian doctrines and advocated for the abolition of slavery, women's rights, and other progressive causes.The book explores Parker's role in the Transcendentalist movement, his involvement in the Underground Railroad, and his impact on American politics and culture. Commager also delves into Parker's personal life, including his marriage to Lydia Cabot, his struggles with illness and depression, and his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau.Through extensive research and analysis, Commager paints a vivid portrait of Parker as a complex and multifaceted figure who challenged the status quo and fought tirelessly for a more just and equitable society. Theodore Parker is a compelling and insightful biography that sheds light on an important but often overlooked figure in American history.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.