Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life And Correspondence Of Samuel Johnson: Missionary Of The Church Of England In Connecticut And First President Of Kings College, New York"" was written by E. Edwards Beardsley and published in 1874. The book is a comprehensive biography of Samuel Johnson, who was a prominent figure in the early history of the United States. Johnson was a missionary of the Church of England in Connecticut and the first president of Kings College in New York.The book covers Johnson's life from his birth in Guilford, Connecticut in 1696 to his death in Stratford, Connecticut in 1772. It details his education, his religious beliefs, and his work as a missionary in Connecticut. The book also covers his role in the founding of Kings College, which later became Columbia University.The book includes a wealth of correspondence between Johnson and other notable figures of the time, including Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and George Washington. These letters provide insight into Johnson's thoughts and beliefs, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time.Overall, ""Life And Correspondence Of Samuel Johnson"" provides a detailed and fascinating look at the life of one of the most important figures in the early history of the United States. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the country, the Church of England, or the early days of higher education in America.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.
