A Memoir Of The Reverend William Smith (1869) - Charles Janeway Stillé - Bog

A Memoir of the Reverend William Smith is a biographical work written by Charles Janeway Stille and published in 1869. The book chronicles the life of Reverend William Smith, a prominent figure in the Presbyterian Church in the United States. Born in 1755, Smith was a graduate of the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University) and went on to become a respected pastor and educator.The memoir begins with a brief overview of Smith's family background and early life, before delving into his religious and academic pursuits. Smith was a prolific writer and theologian, and the book includes excerpts from his sermons and other writings. The memoir also covers Smith's involvement in the American Revolution, including his support for the Patriot cause and his efforts to aid prisoners of war.In addition to his religious and political activities, Smith played a key role in the founding of several educational institutions, including Washington College (now Washington and Lee University) and Hampden-Sydney College. The book describes Smith's vision for these institutions and his efforts to establish them as centers of learning and scholarship.Throughout the memoir, Stille provides a detailed portrait of Smith's character and personality, drawing on personal anecdotes and accounts from those who knew him. The book also includes a number of illustrations and photographs, as well as a detailed index for easy reference.Overall, A Memoir of the Reverend William Smith provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a key figure in American religious and educational history.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.