Publisher's Synopsis
Memoir Of Jacob J. Janeway is a biographical account of the life of Jacob J. Janeway, written by his brother, Thomas Leiper Janeway. The book was first published in 1860 and provides a detailed insight into the life and work of Jacob J. Janeway, who was a prominent figure in the Presbyterian Church in America during the early 19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Jacob J. Janeway's life. The first chapter provides an introduction to the Janeway family and their religious background. The following chapters cover Jacob J. Janeway's childhood, education, and early career as a Presbyterian minister.The book also covers Jacob J. Janeway's involvement in the American Bible Society and his efforts to promote the distribution of Bibles throughout the United States. Additionally, the book provides an account of Jacob J. Janeway's role in the establishment of the Princeton Theological Seminary, which he helped to found in 1812.Throughout the book, Thomas Leiper Janeway provides personal anecdotes and insights into his brother's life, as well as reflections on the broader social and political context of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Presbyterian Church in America and the role of religion in early American society.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.
