John Witherspoon And His Times (1890)

John Witherspoon and His Times is a historical biography written by James McCosh and first published in 1890. The book chronicles the life and times of John Witherspoon, a Scottish-American Presbyterian minister and Founding Father who played a significant role in the American Revolution and the formation of the United States. McCosh delves into Witherspoon's early life in Scotland, his education at the University of Edinburgh, and his eventual emigration to America, where he became president of the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University). Witherspoon's political and religious beliefs are explored in detail, including his support for American independence and his role in shaping the US Constitution as a member of the Continental Congress. The book also provides a broader context for Witherspoon's life, examining the political and social climate of the time, including the Enlightenment, the Great Awakening, and the American Revolution. McCosh draws on a range of primary sources, including letters and diaries, to paint a vivid portrait of Witherspoon and the world in which he lived. Overall, John Witherspoon and His Times is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most important Founding Fathers, offering insights into both Witherspoon's life and the broader historical context of his era.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.