Austin Phelps: A Memoir is a biographical work written by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps and published in 1891. The book chronicles the life of her father, Austin Phelps, who was a prominent American Congregational minister, theologian, and writer. The memoir begins with Phelps' childhood and family background, and goes on to detail his education, career, and personal life. Phelps' contributions to the Congregational Church, his prolific writing career, and his role as a professor of sacred rhetoric at Andover Theological Seminary are all explored in depth. The memoir also delves into Phelps' personal struggles with illness and loss, as well as his relationships with family members and colleagues. Through the lens of her own personal experiences and memories, Elizabeth Stuart Phelps offers a unique and intimate portrait of her father, shedding light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in American religious history.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.