Hosea Ballou: And The Gospel Renaissance Of The Nineteenth Century (1903) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436877282)

Hosea Ballou: And The Gospel Renaissance Of The Nineteenth Century is a book written by John Coleman Adams and originally published in 1903. The book is a biography of Hosea Ballou, a prominent figure in the Universalist movement and a key player in the religious and cultural revival of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Ballou's life, from his early years in rural Vermont to his rise as a leading figure in the Universalist movement. It also explores the broader historical context of the time, including the rise of evangelicalism, the Second Great Awakening, and the social and political changes that were shaping American society.Adams presents Ballou as a visionary thinker who challenged traditional Christian teachings and helped to usher in a new era of religious thought and practice. He explores Ballou's ideas on universal salvation, the nature of God, and the role of religion in society, and shows how these ideas influenced the wider cultural and intellectual landscape of the time.Overall, Hosea Ballou: And The Gospel Renaissance Of The Nineteenth Century is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important figures in American religious history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, culture, and society in the United States.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.

Author: John Coleman Adams
ISBN-10: 1436877288
ISBN-13: 9781436877282
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.28lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.08d