Publisher's Synopsis
Hollis Street Church: From Mather Byles To Thomas Starr King, 1732-1861, Two Discourses is a book written by George Leonard Chaney. The book is a historical account of the Hollis Street Church, a Unitarian church located in Boston, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1732 to the end of the Civil War in 1861. The book is divided into two discourses, each covering a distinct period in the church's history. The first discourse covers the period from the church's founding in 1732 to the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783. During this time, the Hollis Street Church was led by the controversial preacher Mather Byles, who was known for his loyalist sympathies and opposition to the American Revolution. The second discourse covers the period from the end of the Revolutionary War to the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861. During this time, the Hollis Street Church was led by a series of prominent ministers, including William Ellery Channing and Thomas Starr King. The book explores the influence of these ministers on the church and on the broader Unitarian movement in America. Overall, Hollis Street Church: From Mather Byles To Thomas Starr King, 1732-1861, Two Discourses provides a detailed and engaging account of the history of one of America's most important Unitarian churches. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American religion, Unitarianism, or Boston's rich cultural heritage.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.
