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Henry Charles Lea: A Biography

Henry Charles Lea: A Biography

Bradley, Edward Sculley

Hardcover

Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 143668711X
ISBN13: 9781436687119
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2008
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Henry Charles Lea: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and work of the American historian, Henry Charles Lea. Written by Edward Sculley Bradley, this book offers a detailed exploration of Lea's personal and professional life, from his early years in Philadelphia to his rise as one of the most respected historians of his time.The biography delves into Lea's family background, education, and early career as a businessman before turning to his passion for history. Bradley explores Lea's groundbreaking research on the history of the Inquisition, his contributions to the study of medieval history, and his influence on the development of historical methodology.The book also offers insights into Lea's personal life, including his marriage to Anna J. Ward and his relationships with his children, as well as his involvement in social and political issues of his time.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Lea's personal papers and correspondence, Bradley provides a rich and nuanced portrait of this important figure in American intellectual history. Henry Charles Lea: A Biography is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American thought and scholarship.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.

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