Publisher's Synopsis
The Journal of the Reverend Silas Constant: Pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Yorktown, New York (1903) is a book written by Silas Constant. The book is a personal journal of the author, who was the pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Yorktown, New York. The journal covers a period of over twenty years, from 1774 to 1795, and provides a unique perspective on the events that led up to the American Revolution and the early years of the new nation.The journal is divided into three parts. The first part covers the years leading up to the American Revolution, and includes Constant's thoughts on the political and social issues of the time. The second part covers the years of the Revolution itself, and includes his observations on the battles and events of the war. The third and final part covers the years following the Revolution, and includes Constant's thoughts on the new nation and its future.Throughout the journal, Constant provides insights into the daily life of a pastor in colonial America, as well as his personal struggles and beliefs. He also includes detailed descriptions of the people and places he encountered, providing a vivid portrait of life in colonial America.Overall, The Journal of the Reverend Silas Constant: Pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Yorktown, New York (1903) is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on the events that shaped America's early years.With Some Of The Records Of The Church And A List Of His Marriages, 1784-1825, Together With Notes On The Nelson, Van Cortlandt, Warren, And Some Other Families Mentioned In The Journal. 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.
