Lives Of Jonathan Edwards And David Brainerd (1837)

by Samuel Miller and William Bourn Oliver Peabody

Book Overview

The book ""Lives of Jonathan Edwards and David Brainerd"" is a biographical work by Samuel Miller, originally published in 1837. The book tells the stories of two important figures in American religious history: Jonathan Edwards and David Brainerd. Jonathan Edwards was a prominent theologian and preacher in the 18th century, known for his role in the Great Awakening and his influential writings on theology and philosophy. David Brainerd was a missionary to Native Americans in the same era, whose journals and letters have become important sources for understanding the religious and cultural history of the time. Miller's book provides a detailed account of the lives and accomplishments of these two men, drawing on primary sources and personal correspondence to paint a vivid picture of their experiences and contributions to American religious thought. The book also explores the broader historical and cultural context in which Edwards and Brainerd lived and worked, highlighting the social and political issues of the time and their impact on religious beliefs and practices. Overall, ""Lives of Jonathan Edwards and David Brainerd"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American religion and the lives of two of its most important figures.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: 1120318904
• ISBN13: 9781120318909
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"