The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss by George Lewis Prentiss

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Author Prentiss, George Lewis, 1816-1903
Contributor Prentiss, E. (Elizabeth), 1818-1878
Title The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss
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Summary "The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss" by George Lewis Prentiss is a memoir and autobiographical account focused on the life of Elizabeth Prentiss, a woman known for her Christian writings and influence in the 19th century. The narrative begins in the early 19th century and continues through key events in her life, emphasizing her childhood, familial influences, and her developing spirituality. The memoir selects letters and journal entries that showcase her relationships, challenges, and triumphs, aiming to present a holistic view of her character and beliefs. The opening of this memoir introduces Elizabeth Prentiss’s early years, framing her upbringing in a devout Puritan family in Portland, Maine. It details her birth and childhood, highlighting the strong influence of her father, Dr. Edward Payson, a respected minister whose piety shaped her spiritual development. As the text unfolds, it portrays Elizabeth as an insightful and sensitive child, deeply affected by her family’s religious heritage and her father's example, participating in a nurturing yet spiritually charged environment. This section sets the foundation for her later experiences and writings, hinting at the struggles and growth that would characterize her life as she faced various personal and spiritual challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Prentiss, E. (Elizabeth), 1818-1878
Subject Protestantism and literature
Subject Women and literature -- United States -- History -- 19th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 11549
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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