Henry Boynton Smith (1892)

The book ""Henry Boynton Smith"" by Lewis French Stearns is a biography of the American theologian and professor, Henry Boynton Smith. Published in 1892, the book provides a comprehensive account of Smith's life, from his childhood in Portland, Maine, to his education at Bowdoin College and Andover Theological Seminary, and his eventual career as a professor of theology at Union Theological Seminary in New York City.Stearns offers a detailed analysis of Smith's theological beliefs and his contributions to the field of theology, particularly his role in the development of the ""New England Theology"" and his advocacy for a more liberal interpretation of Christianity. The book also explores Smith's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Anna Lathrop and his relationships with other influential theologians of his time, such as Horace Bushnell and Charles Hodge.Overall, ""Henry Boynton Smith"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important theologians of the 19th century, and sheds light on the intellectual and religious landscape of America during this period.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.