A Memoir of the Life and Times of the Rev. Isaac Backus, A. M.

by Alvah Hovey

Publishers:

Gould and Lincoln; Sheldon, Blakeman & Co.; George S. Blanchard

, 1858

Overview

Learn more about Baptist preacher, Isaac Backus with Alvah Hovey’s classic biography. Hovey offers a detailed account of Backus’ life, work, and the times in which he lived. Hovey describes his early life, conversion, career as a preacher, developing theology, writing, and role in early American politics. He also includes a look at his family and personal life, a sampling of letters from correspondents, and seven appendixes.

Product Details

• Title: A Memoir of the Life and Times of the Rev. Isaac Backus, A. M.
• Author: Alvah Hovey
• Publishers: Gould and Lincoln, Sheldon, Blakeman & Co., George S. Blanchard
• Print Publication Date: 1858
• Logos Release Date: 2016
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: Backus, Isaac, 1724-1806
• Resource ID: LLS:MMRLFTMSRSCBCKS
• Resource Type: text.monograph.biography
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-12T04:36:50Z

About Alvah Hovey

Alvah Hovey (1820–1903) was born in Greene, New York, and educated at Dartmouth College and Newton Theological Institution. He stayed at Newton as a librarian and professor of Hebrew, church history, theology, and Christian ethics. His numerous books include Commentary on the Gospel of John, The State of the Impenitent Dead, and Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians.