Memoir of Rufus Ellis: Including Selections From His Journal and Letters (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Memoir of Rufus Ellis offers a candid, immersive portrait of a 19th‑century minister and his circle.
This edition gathers Rufus Ellis’s letters and journal selections, framed by editor Arthur B. Ellis, to illuminate a life of liberal Christianity, civic engagement, and a keen sense of place in Boston and Northampton.
This richly documentary work blends personal reminiscence with historical context, tracing Ellis’s early influences, ministry, and evolving beliefs. Read it for intimate anecdotes, letters to friends and family, and reflections that reveal how a single life intersected with a dynamic era in American religious and social life.- Personal letters and journal entries that illuminate daily life, friendships, and ministry.
- A window into 19th‑century Boston, Northampton, and the broader Unitarian milieu.
- Editorial sections that situate Rufus Ellis within historical and religious developments of his time.
- Portraits of colleagues, mentors, and institutions that shaped his views and calling.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and legacy of Rufus Ellis, a prominent figure in the Unitarian movement in mid-19th century America. Born in 1819 to a wealthy Boston merchant family, Ellis dedicated his life to religious and intellectual pursuits, graduating from Harvard Divinity School in 1841. The book delves into Ellis's formative years, including his studies and travels, and traces his journey as he established a Unitarian society in Rochester, New York and became a respected minister. It examines Ellis's theological views, his contributions to the development of liberal Christianity, and his enduring impact on religious thought. The book sheds light on the intellectual and social landscape of the time, offering insights into the evolution of Unitarianism and its role in American religious history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330816240_0
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