The Life Of Philip Schaff, In Part Autobiographical (1897)

The Life of Philip Schaff, In Part Autobiographical (1897) is a biographical work written by David S. Schaff that chronicles the life of his father, Philip Schaff. Philip Schaff was a prominent theologian and church historian of the 19th century, known for his contributions to the study of the early Christian church and his role in the development of the ecumenical movement. The book is partly autobiographical, as it includes excerpts from Schaff's own writings and personal reflections on his life and career. It covers Schaff's childhood in Switzerland, his education and early career in Europe, and his eventual emigration to the United States, where he became a professor at Union Theological Seminary in New York City. The book also delves into Schaff's theological and philosophical beliefs, his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, and his contributions to the development of Christian theology and scholarship. Overall, The Life of Philip Schaff provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and work of one of the most important theologians of the 19th century.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.