Story Of Theodore Parker

The Story of Theodore Parker is a biographical book written by Frances E. Cooke. The book details the life of Theodore Parker, an American transcendentalist and social reformer who lived in the 19th century. Parker was a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement and was known for his progressive views on religion, politics, and social justice.The book traces Parker's life from his childhood in Massachusetts to his education at Harvard Divinity School and his eventual career as a Unitarian minister. It explores his involvement in the anti-slavery movement and his advocacy for women's rights and labor reform.The book also delves into Parker's personal life, including his marriage to Lydia Dodge and his struggle with tuberculosis. It highlights his influence on other prominent figures of the time, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau.Overall, The Story of Theodore Parker offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most important social reformers.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.