Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163215005)

""Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847"" is a biography written by Mary Ellen Chase that tells the story of Jonathan Fisher, a prominent figure in the history of Maine. Fisher was born in 1768 and spent most of his life in the small town of Blue Hill, Maine, where he served as a pastor, teacher, artist, and writer.The book chronicles Fisher's life from his childhood to his death in 1847, and provides insight into his many accomplishments and contributions to the community. Fisher was a skilled craftsman, and the book includes descriptions of his woodworking and furniture-making, as well as his paintings and drawings.In addition to his artistic pursuits, Fisher was also deeply committed to his role as a pastor and teacher. He established a school in Blue Hill and wrote several books on religious and educational topics.The book also provides a glimpse into life in rural Maine during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, including the challenges faced by farmers and the impact of the War of 1812 on the region.Overall, ""Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life of a remarkable individual and the history of a fascinating time and place in American 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.

Author: Mary Ellen Chase
ISBN-10: 1163215007
ISBN-13: 9781163215005
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d