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_aSimonds, William Day, _d1855-1920 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aStarr King in California |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2003-11-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Schwan, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Starr King in California" by William Day Simonds is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and influence of Thomas Starr King, a prominent clergyman and orator whose efforts were crucial in keeping California loyal to the Union during the Civil War. The narrative captures King’s journey from a young preacher in New England to a central figure in California's turbulent political landscape, detailing his passionate speeches and humanitarian efforts. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Thomas Starr King as he arrives in California in 1860, already feeling the weight of unfulfilled potential despite his youth. The opening chapters outline his early life, education, and the formative influences that shaped his character, including the hardships he faced after losing his father and the encouragement from his mother and influential figures in his community. The text delves into his rise as a popular preacher and lecturer, highlighting his eloquence and dedication to uniting a divided populace. As political strife brews in California, with strong Southern sympathies among many residents, King emerges as a vital advocate for the Union, urging his audience toward loyalty through impassioned oratory and community engagement, thus setting the stage for the crucial role he would play in the state’s history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aKing, Thomas Starr, 1824-1864 | ||
| 653 | _aCalifornia -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 | ||
| 653 | _aUnitarians -- Biography | ||
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