A Discourse, Preached in the West Church, on Theodore Parker (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Bartol, C. A.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330938976 ISBN 13 : 9781330938973

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A thoughtful portrait of a controversial reformer and the ideas that shaped a national debate. This edition surveys the life and beliefs surrounding Theodore Parker, offering a clear, balanced view of his influence on religion and society. It presents Bartol’s nuanced assessment of Parker’s character, his bold challenges to traditional faith, and the lasting questions these raised about church authority, reason, and the meaning of the gospel. A Discourse, Preached in the West Church, on Theodore Parker invites readers to weigh ambition, doubt, and devotion in a pivotal era of American religious life.

Two sections guide the reader through Parker’s public role and private convictions. The discussion explores how Parker inspired devotion and controversy, and how his critics framed his most radical ideas. It also connects Parker’s life to broader questions about prophecy, tradition, and the relationship between faith and freedom, without redefining his legacy through any single label.

What you’ll experience

• A measured portrait of Parker’s influence on religion and reform.


• Observations on how a public figure can provoke both admiration and critique.


• Discussion of how faith, imagination, and intellect interact in the public square.


• Reflection on the limits of dogma and the value of humane, liberty-minded ideas.

Ideal for readers of religious history, 19th‑century theology, and readers curious about how reformers shape culture and conscience.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330938976
• ISBN 13: 9781330938973
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 32
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