The Diary Of William Bentley

The diary of William Bentley offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a New England minister in the early 19th century. Bentley's observations provide a unique perspective on both local and national events, from religious controversies and political developments to natural disasters and cultural trends. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.