Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Robert Collyer"" by Samuel C. Bushnell is a biographical account of the life and career of Robert Collyer, a prominent American Unitarian minister and social reformer of the 19th century. The book traces Collyer's early life in England, his immigration to the United States, and his rise to fame as a preacher and advocate for social justice. It also explores Collyer's involvement in various social reform movements of the time, including the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, and workers' rights. Through extensive research and analysis of Collyer's speeches, writings, and personal correspondence, Bushnell provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this influential figure in American history. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform in the United States, as well as the role of religion in shaping American society.A Paper Read At The February Meeting Of The New Haven Colony Historical Society About Collyer, Unitarian Minister In New York City, Born An English Methodist 1823, Who Suffered In The Chicago Fire.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.
