German Atrocities: Their Nature and Philosophy (eBook)

Newell Dwight Hillis (1858–1929) was a prominent American preacher, speaker, and author in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Educated at Lake Forest University and McCormick Theological Seminary, Hillis notably served as pastor of the Plymouth Church in Brooklyn, succeeding the influential Henry Ward Beecher. Renowned for his eloquence and progressive social views, Hillis's oratory skills were matched by his prolific writing. He penned a substantial number of books covering a range of topics from self-help and inspiration to social issues and religious philosophy. Among his works, 'German Atrocities: Their Nature and Philosophy' stands out as a reflection of his commentary on the darker aspects of human behavior and the moral crises of wartime. This volume, like many of Hillis's writings, weaves together his moral perspectives with contemporary historical events, evidencing the literary style that melds reportage with advocacy and sermon-like reflection. Hillis's contributions to literature and social thought encapsulate the ethos of his era, drawing upon the principles of moral uplift and the belief in progress that characterized much of early 20th century American intellectual life.