Biography

Henry Ward Beecher (1813 –1887) was an abolitionist, social reformer, novelist, essayist and speaker. His roles were aided by his position as a Congregationalist clergyman, Beecher was also the editor for publications including The Independent and Christian Union. Beecher was also the author of many pamphlets and books that left a lasting mark on the American psyche. This work included Eyes and Ears, Summer in the Soul, Prayers from the Plymouth Pulpit, Norwood, or Village Life in New England, Life of Jesus Christ, Yale Lectures on Preaching, and Evolution and Religion. Many of Henry Ward Beecher’s siblings also made their impact on the culture including Harriet Beecher Stowe (a writer), Catharine Beecher and Reverend Thomas K. Beecher (educators) and Charles Beecher and Isabella Beecher Hooker (activists).