Prophet Of Peace (1907)

by Asenath Carver Coolidge

Book Overview

Prophet of Peace is a book written by Asenath Carver Coolidge and published in 1907. The book is a biography of the life of Elihu Burritt, who was an American diplomat, social activist, and author known for his work on peace and international relations. Burritt was also a self-taught linguist who spoke over 50 languages and was known as ""The Learned Blacksmith"". The book chronicles Burritt's life, from his humble beginnings as a blacksmith's apprentice to his rise as a prominent advocate for peace and international cooperation. It explores his work as a diplomat, his involvement in the abolitionist movement, and his efforts to promote education and literacy. The book also delves into Burritt's personal life, including his marriage and family. Overall, Prophet of Peace is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to promoting peace and understanding between nations.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: 1120864585
• ISBN13: 9781120864581
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"