The Life Of Ashbel Green (1849)

The Life of Ashbel Green is a biographical account of the life and accomplishments of Ashbel Green, a prominent figure in American religious and political history. Written by Joseph Huntington Jones and published in 1849, the book provides a detailed examination of Green's life from his birth in 1762 to his death in 1848.Green was a Presbyterian minister, educator, and politician who played a significant role in shaping American society during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book explores his childhood, education, and early career as a minister before delving into his involvement in politics and higher education.Green served as the president of Princeton University from 1812 to 1822 and was a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1831 to 1833. The book discusses his contributions to both fields, including his efforts to improve the quality of education in America and his support for religious freedom and the abolition of slavery.Throughout the book, Jones provides insights into Green's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. He also examines Green's religious beliefs and the impact they had on his life and work.Overall, The Life of Ashbel Green offers a comprehensive look at the life of a significant figure in American history and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the social, political, and religious issues that shaped the country during the early 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.