The Bishop Hill Colony: A Religious Communistic Settlement In Henry County, Illinois (1891) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165552177)

The Bishop Hill Colony: A Religious Communistic Settlement In Henry County, Illinois (1891) is a historical book written by Michael Andrew Mikkelsen. The book provides a detailed account of the Bishop Hill Colony, a religious and communistic settlement that was established in Henry County, Illinois in the mid-19th century. The author delves into the history of the colony, tracing its origins and development, and exploring the beliefs and practices of its members. He also examines the challenges and struggles faced by the colony, including financial difficulties, conflicts with neighboring communities, and internal disputes. Through extensive research and analysis, Mikkelsen presents a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most fascinating and unique communities in American history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious and communal movements 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: Michael Andrew Mikkelsen
ISBN-10: 1165552175
ISBN-13: 9781165552177
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 632
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.27d