Life, Times And Character Of James Montgomery (1864)

by Samuel Ellis

Book Overview

Life, Times and Character of James Montgomery is a biography written by Samuel Ellis in 1864. The book chronicles the life of James Montgomery, a British poet, hymn writer, and editor who lived from 1771 to 1854. The biography covers Montgomery's upbringing in Scotland, his education, his early career as a journalist and editor, and his later years as a prolific writer of poetry and hymns.Throughout the book, Ellis provides a detailed account of Montgomery's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, his religious beliefs, and his political views. The author also explores Montgomery's literary achievements, highlighting his contributions to the development of the Romantic movement in poetry and his role in popularizing religious hymns in Britain.In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of Montgomery's life and work, the book also offers insights into the social, cultural, and political context of his era. Ellis discusses the impact of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars on British society, as well as the growing influence of the evangelical movement on religious life.Overall, Life, Times and Character of James Montgomery is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important figure in British literary and religious 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166571882
• ISBN13: 9781166571887
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"