John Jasper: The unmatched Negro philosopher and preacher by William E. Hatcher

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Author Hatcher, William E. (William Eldridge), 1834-1912
LoC No. 08023140
Title John Jasper: The unmatched Negro philosopher and preacher
Original Publication United States: Fleming H. Revell Company,1908.
Credits Charlene Taylor, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "John Jasper: The Unmatched Negro Philosopher and Preacher" by William E. Hatcher is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the life and experiences of John Jasper, a remarkable and influential African American preacher in Richmond, Virginia, who captured the attention and respect of both black and white communities through his passionate and unconventional preaching style. The book highlights Jasper's unique blend of antebellum heritage and post-emancipation life, detailing his rise from slavery to prominence. The opening of the book introduces readers to the extraordinary character of John Jasper, setting the stage for his life story, which is punctuated by spirituality and controversy. The introduction emphasizes not just his background as a slave, but also his extraordinary conversion experience and subsequent rise as a preacher known for his fiery rhetoric. Hatcher explains how Jasper's strong belief in the literal interpretation of the Bible led to his fame, particularly with his assertion that "the sun do move," which sparked widespread debate. As he navigates through both support and opposition, the opening chapters promise to deliver a rich account of a luminary in the African American religious landscape, illustrating the complex dynamics between race, religion, and cultural identity in America during and after slavery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject African Americans -- Biography
Subject African American clergy -- Biography
Subject Jasper, John, 1812-1901
Subject Richmond (Va.) -- Biography
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EBook-No. 68205
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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