The Diary Of William Bentley V1: April, 1784-December, 1792 (1905)
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ISBN10: 1120875323
ISBN13: 9781120875327
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 534
Weight: 1.56
Height: 1.08 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120875327
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 534
Weight: 1.56
Height: 1.08 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Diary of William Bentley Volume 1 is a historical account of the life and times of William Bentley, an American Unitarian minister and scholar who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The diary, which covers the period from April 1784 to December 1792, was originally published in 1905 and provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and thoughts of a man living in colonial America. Bentley was a prolific writer and his diary is filled with detailed observations and reflections on a wide range of topics, including religion, politics, science, and culture. He was an avid reader and his diary contains numerous references to the books and authors that he was reading at the time. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Bentley was also an active member of his community and his diary provides insight into the social and cultural life of Salem, Massachusetts, where he lived and worked. He attended numerous social events, including weddings, funerals, and other gatherings, and his diary includes descriptions of these events as well as his own personal reactions to them. Overall, The Diary of William Bentley Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America or the life and times of William Bentley. It provides a unique perspective on the intellectual and cultural life of the period and offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most interesting and influential thinkers.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.
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