Recollections And Impressions 1822-1890

By Octavius Brooks Frothingham

Book Overview

Recollections and Impressions 1822-1890 is a memoir written by Octavius Brooks Frothingham, a prominent Unitarian minister, theologian, and writer. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes, observations, and reflections on his life, career, and the social and cultural landscape of 19th-century America. Frothingham's recollections cover a wide range of topics, including his childhood in Boston, his education at Harvard University, his travels in Europe, his experiences as a minister in various churches, and his involvement in social and political movements such as abolitionism and women's suffrage. He also reflects on his relationships with other notable figures of his time, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.Throughout the book, Frothingham offers insights into the intellectual and spiritual currents of his era, discussing topics such as the rise of Transcendentalism, the influence of German philosophy, and the development of liberal theology. He also provides vivid descriptions of social events, such as the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893, and the funeral of Abraham Lincoln.Recollections and Impressions 1822-1890 is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on 19th-century America from the point of view of a prominent religious leader and intellectual. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, philosophy, and culture in America during this period.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: 116295423X
• ISBN13: 9781162954233
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"