The Life of Edmund S. Janes (1882)

von Henry B. Ridgaway

440 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Life of Edmund S. Janes is a biographical work written by Henry Bascom Ridgaway and published in 1882. The book chronicles the life of Edmund S. Janes, a prominent figure in the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States during the mid-19th century. The book begins with Janes' early life and education, including his time at Wesleyan University and his decision to enter the ministry. It then follows his career as a preacher and leader in the church, including his time as editor of the Christian Advocate, his work as a professor at Dickinson College, and his role in the founding of the Wesleyan Female College. Throughout the book, Ridgaway provides insight into Janes' personal life and character, including his devotion to his family and his unwavering commitment to the principles of the Methodist Church. The book also explores Janes' role in the political and social issues of his time, including his support for the abolition of slavery and his involvement in the temperance movement. Overall, The Life of Edmund S. Janes is a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a key figure in the history of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Historisch, politisch, militärisch
• ISBN: 9781104396060
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 27.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC