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Man Of Like Passions: A Dramatic Biography Of Charles Grandison Finney

Man Of Like Passions: A Dramatic Biography Of Charles Grandison Finney

Day, Richard Ellsworth

Hardcover

Biographies GeneralReligious Biographies19th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1436704170
ISBN13: 9781436704175
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 13 2008
Pages: 204
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Man of Like Passions: A Dramatic Biography of Charles Grandison Finney is a comprehensive and in-depth account of the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in American religious history. Written by Richard Ellsworth Day, this book provides readers with a fascinating look into the life of Charles Grandison Finney, a man who played a pivotal role in the Second Great Awakening and helped to shape the religious landscape of America in the 19th century.Drawing on extensive research and primary sources, Day offers a detailed and engaging portrait of Finney's life, from his humble beginnings as a farmer's son in upstate New York to his rise as a renowned preacher and social reformer. Along the way, readers will learn about Finney's conversion to Christianity, his experiences as a lawyer and educator, and his eventual decision to become a full-time minister.Throughout the book, Day also explores the many controversies and challenges that Finney faced during his career, from his clashes with traditional Calvinist theology to his involvement in the abolitionist movement and other social causes. Along the way, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the complex and often contradictory nature of Finney's personality, as well as his enduring impact on American religious and cultural history.Overall, Man of Like Passions is a compelling and insightful biography that offers a fresh perspective on one of America's most important religious figures. Whether you are a scholar of religious history or simply interested in learning more about this fascinating period of American history, this book is sure to be an engaging and informative read.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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