Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Letters of James Henley Thornwell is a biographical work written by Benjamin Morgan Palmer. The book provides a detailed account of the life and accomplishments of James Henley Thornwell, a prominent Presbyterian theologian and educator of the 19th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Thornwell's life, starting with his birth in South Carolina in 1812 and ending with his death in 1862. The author covers Thornwell's education, his early ministry, his work as a professor at the University of South Carolina, and his involvement in the Presbyterian Church.The second part of the book consists of a collection of Thornwell's letters. These letters provide insight into Thornwell's personal life, as well as his views on theology, education, and politics. The letters also reveal Thornwell's relationships with other prominent figures of his time, including Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson.Overall, The Life and Letters of James Henley Thornwell is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential theologians of the 19th century.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.
