The Life of Ezekiel Boring Kephart - Lewis Franklin John - Bog

The Life of Ezekiel Boring Kephart: Statesman, Educator, Preacher is a biographical account of the life and accomplishments of Ezekiel Boring Kephart, written by John Lewis Franklin and originally published in 1907. Kephart was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, serving as a state senator, educator, and preacher in Tennessee.The book begins by tracing Kephart's early life, including his upbringing on a farm in rural Tennessee and his education at Maryville College. It then follows his career as a teacher and administrator, first at Maryville College and later at the University of Tennessee.Kephart's political career is also detailed, including his election to the Tennessee State Senate in 1891 and his work on various committees and initiatives during his time in office. The book also explores Kephart's religious beliefs and his role as a preacher and evangelist.Throughout the book, Franklin highlights Kephart's many accomplishments and contributions to Tennessee society, including his advocacy for education reform, his work to improve public health, and his efforts to promote temperance and other social causes.Overall, The Life of Ezekiel Boring Kephart provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a prominent figure in Tennessee history, shedding light on the social, political, and religious landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.And For Twenty-Five Years Bishop Of The Church Of The United Brethren In Christ.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.