Thomas Lamb Eliot 1841-1936

""Thomas Lamb Eliot 1841-1936"" is a biography written by Earl Morse Wilbur that tells the story of the life and achievements of Thomas Lamb Eliot. Eliot was a prominent figure in 19th and early 20th century America, known for his work as a Unitarian minister, social reformer, and educator. The book begins with Eliot's early life, including his upbringing in a prominent family and his education at Harvard University. From there, it delves into his career as a minister, including his work in Portland, Oregon, where he helped establish the First Unitarian Church and became known for his progressive views on social issues such as women's suffrage and labor rights.The book also covers Eliot's work as an educator, including his role as a founder of Reed College in Portland. Throughout the book, Wilbur provides insight into Eliot's personal life, including his marriage to Henrietta Robins, his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, and his own spiritual beliefs.Overall, ""Thomas Lamb Eliot 1841-1936"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential social reformers and religious leaders.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.