Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847 - Paperback

by Mary Ellen Chase (Author)

""Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847"" is a biographical book written by Mary Ellen Chase. The book chronicles the life of Jonathan Fisher, who was a prominent figure in the early history of Maine. Fisher was a Congregationalist pastor, a farmer, a teacher, an artist, and an inventor. He was born in Massachusetts in 1768 and moved to Blue Hill, Maine in 1796, where he spent the rest of his life.The book covers Fisher's life from his childhood to his death in 1847. It explores his early years, his education, his religious beliefs, his family life, and his contributions to the community. The book also delves into Fisher's artistic pursuits, including his paintings, drawings, and woodcuts. It also highlights his inventions, including a threshing machine and a water-powered sawmill.Throughout the book, Chase provides a detailed account of Fisher's life, drawing on primary sources such as his letters, journals, and sermons. She also examines the historical and cultural context in which Fisher lived, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities he faced as a pastor and a farmer in rural Maine.Overall, ""Jonathan Fisher, Maine Parson 1768 to 1847"" is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable man who made significant contributions to his community and to the history of Maine. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New England and the early days of the United States.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.