All Items 104 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 104 Contributor 20 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 104 Amherst College 16 United States Christian Commission 15 Brooks, Susan, 1814-1886 10 Brooks, Obed, Jr., 1809-1882 9 Brooks, Obed, 1781-1856 6 Lancaster, John, 1943- 3 Brooks, Sarah Godfrey, 1814-1886 2 Brooks, Tamesin, 1821-1891 2 Homer 2 Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 2 Amherst College. Athenian Society 1 Barnstable County (Mass.) 1 Boston Seaman's Friend Society 1 Brooks, Henry Cobb, 1824-1886 1 Carver General Hospital (Washington, D.C.) 1 Miller, Samuel Fisher, 1822-1870 1 Newell, Harriet, 1817-1876 1 Stewart, Dugald, 1753-1828 1 Wilberforce, William, 1759-1833 1 show more 15 show fewer Location 6 Amherst 63 Massachusetts 63 United States 19 Amherst (Mass.) 1 Cape Cod (Mass.) 1 Chatham 1 show more 1 show fewer Topic 20 College students' writings, American 60 Knowledge and learning 56 Correspondence 40 Career in Church work 16 History 15 Personal narratives 15 Students 14 Ethics 9 Religion 9 Philosophy of mind 8 Phrenology 8 Christianity 7 Finance, Personal 7 Hospitals 6 Health 5 Philosophy 5 Life 3 Benevolence 2 Buildings 2 Christian ethics 2 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 1 Sidney Brooks (AC 1841) Papers 104 Genre 18 Essays 42 Correspondence 40 Notes 12 Fragments 9 Accounts 5 Short stories 4 Copies (derivative objects) 3 Transcriptions (documents) 3 Booklets 2 Translations (documents) 2 Excerpts 1 Lectures 1 Ledgers (account books) 1 Orations (speeches) 1 Poems 1 Speeches (documents) 1 Subscription lists 1 Summaries 1 show more 13 show fewer Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 July 18 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his wife Susan Brooks in which he writes regarding his current situation as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. He discusses bringing stores to places in need such as Gettsyburg and Frederick City and mentions Judge McCreary, Mr. Francis, and Reverend Mr. Kimball. Sidney describes what it was like in Frederick including their eating and sleeping arrangements, their work, and the numbers of Union and Rebel wounded soldiers in the hospital. He writes about the plundering of Frederick stores and a post office eight miles out of the city. Sidney explains that he chose to be one of the delegates detailed for Washington (D.C.) as it was not pleasant for him to stay among the Rebel soldiers when so many of their own needed help. He mentions the Sisters of Charity and describes his journey from Philadelphia to Washington. Sidney remarks on his arrival to Washington and describes his accommodations there in detail. He also writes regarding people of color there, whom he calls "colored people," and he says that they appear to him to be "Uncle Abe's" own children. Sidney discusses the work he has done in Washington thus far and says he has now been assigned to Carver Hospital. He briefly describes the hospitals. Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 July 18 Sidney Brooks essay on man's religious nature Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay in which he argues that "man is naturally a religious being." Brooks claims that all people and cultures have some notions of accountability and immortality from systems of religious belief. Though Brooks calls Christianity the only true religion, he argues that this human tendency to have systems of religion, even if they are "false" and regardless of whether or not the people are "enlightened," is helpful for those interested in spreading the Gospel. This essay fragment is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks essay on man's religious nature Sidney Brooks explanations of metaphor, metonymy, and synecdoche Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks writing with definitions of metaphors, metonymies, and synecdoches. This document is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies in rhetoric at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks explanations of metaphor, metonymy, and synecdoche Sidney Brooks essay on independence of mind Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay regarding "independence of mind" and the importance of exercising this principle and avoiding being overly influenced by public opinion. He compares independence of mind with "slavery of the mind" and concludes that man who is the most free is the one who "is a slave only to his conscience and to the laws and requirements of his Creator." This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks essay on independence of mind Sidney Brooks letter to his sister Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his sister in which he writes regarding his recent visit to Amherst College for Commencement day exercises. He remarks on his journey to Amherst and his arrival there. He writes about scenes of the College, town, and surrounding area. He notes Commencement day exercises and the alumni meeting he attended. He also mentions Mill Valley, Mr Sandford, Mr. Green, Deacon Gaylord, Starkweather (Frederick Merrick Starkweather), Mr. Aldrich, and places on campus such as recitation rooms, the Cabinet, and other rooms in the Chapel. He describes how it felt to visit the place where he had lived for four years, saying that he "sighed over past follies and days never to return." Brooks begins the letter "Dear Sister." It has not been determined to which of his three sisters he is referring: Sarah Godfrey Brooks, Harriett Newell, or Tamesin Brooks. Sidney Brooks letter to his sister Independence of mind Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay regarding "independence of mind, as a principle of action" and the importance of exercising this principle and avoiding being overly influenced by public opinion, especially as a scholar. This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Independence of mind Sidney Brooks poem Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 A poem by Sidney Brooks written on a torn piece of paper. Sidney Brooks poem Sidney Brooks writings on Cape Cod Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks writings on Cape Cod, world geography, the earth as a planetary body, and the solar system. A fragment included with the essay mentions a Centennial Celebration held at Barnstable. These writings are presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks writings on Cape Cod Sidney Brooks essay on principle of action Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay regarding "principle of action," reason, and the often opposing forces of natural propensities and the requirements of morality and religion. This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks essay on principle of action Meteors Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay titled 'Meteors' about meteors and the history of meteorite falls, also called observed falls. This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Meteors Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 August 26 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his wife Susan Brooks written while working as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. He writes of receiving a letter from Susan and orders that came down yesterday for the delegates to break up and be ready to move with their Corps. He mentions Mr. Miller who advised Sidney to not move with them given his sickness. He says he is well now and writes regarding a discussion with the agent Mr. Williams and Sidney's resulting decision to stay there to give a week's labor as a delegate. Sidney describes his work there, saying that it is very different from what he did at the Front. He goes on to discuss his upcoming travel plans for Washington (D.C.), then Boston, and then to visit with Susan. He also writes that he is no longer in danger of bullets and is no longer within range of shot and shell. Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 August 26 Phrenology Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay regarding phrenology. This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Phrenology Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 August 8 and 10 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his wife Susan Brooks written while working as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. In the first portion of the letter Sidney provides descriptions of scenes that are everyday occurrences which show the magnitude of the war. He writes regarding "soldiers, soldiers, everywhere," noting all the types of soldiers that he sees and remarking on the processions of veteran soldiers returning from campaigns and marching on to where they are expected for further duty. He describes one such march of the V Corps who had served with General Banks (Nathaniel P. Banks), and he says that among them was a New York regiment of Zouaves. Sidney describes the men he sees at the rear and says that "from an intelligent man in the rear, it may be a negro - you can, by walking a long distance, learn the history of the march and where they are probably going." He also writes regarding the trains of army wagons, the droves of animals needed for the forces, the hospitals in the area including Carver, and a government blacksmith's shop. In the latter portion of the letter, Sidney writes that he is about ready for the boat to go to City Point and notes that the person who is to be his companion is M.S. Kendig, Reverend of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Sidney Brooks letter to Susan Brooks, 1864 August 8 and 10 Sidney Brooks letter to unidentified recipient, 1864 July 18 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 An unaddressed letter by Sidney Brooks written during his time serving as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. Brooks writes about what needs to be done at home in regards to the rye, oats, and cattle. He writes "I address myself to you but I think of all the rest" and says he will write each one of them when he gets settled. Sidney states that he is in good spirits and is glad he is in Washington (D.C.). He writes that it may be hard to get Uncle Asenath to cradle the rye as soon as they want, but says that the recipient must tell him the urgency of the case. Sidney also responds to news of Ebenezer Smalley's death. In a postscript, Sidney discusses sheets he has written that may be published if the recipient thinks it best. Sidney Brooks letter to unidentified recipient, 1864 July 18 Sidney Brooks writings on phrenology Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks writings addressed to "Mr. President" in which Brooks writes regarding phrenology. These writings are presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks writings on phrenology Sidney Brooks letter to Obed Brooks, Jr., 1839 April 4 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his brother Obed Brooks, Jr. in which he responds to a March 19 letter from Obed. He remarks on Obed's comment that it is good to reflect on the past and agrees with him. He discusses the past times in their lives to which Obed had referred. Sidney writes that he, Obed, and Roxana (Roxana Brooks Davis) are all grown up and reflects on memories of the past, their departed mother, how he and Obed behaved when they were younger, and his own regrets. In his reflections he references his Christian beliefs mentioning God, Jesus Christ, and redemption. Sidney remarks on their society and the lack of a minister there. He also mentions the work going on in South Dennis that Obed had noted and discusses his own situation and health. He also writes regarding the current religious situation at Amherst College. Sidney Brooks letter to Obed Brooks, Jr., 1839 April 4 Sidney Brooks letter to Sarah Godfrey Brooks, 1864 July 21 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks letter to his sister Sarah Godfrey Brooks in which he writes regarding his work as a delegate of the United States Christian Commission in the American Civil War. He writes about gathering the supplies in the storeroom and mentions three delegates who came from Amherst College: one student, Professor Seelye (Julius Hawley Seelye), Professor Hitchcock (Edward Hitchcock, Jr.), and Professor Tyler's (William S. Tyler) son. He discusses his journey to Carver Hospital and his duties there in his twenty assigned wards with twenty-four cots each, most of them occupied. He notes that he has not yet found one wounded man who has not received religious conversation civilly and cordially, and he has not yet found one person who is a decided unbeliever. He also discusses a specific talk he had with a sergeant the day before. Sidney Brooks letter to Sarah Godfrey Brooks, 1864 July 21 Sidney Brooks essay on the influence of reading the Bible Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks essay in which he discusses the potential influence of exclusively reading the Bible in relation "to those various accomplishments which are generally south from other books." This essay is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies in religion or the Bible at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks essay on the influence of reading the Bible Sidney Brooks coursework on rhetoric Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks coursework and notes pertaining to a book on rhetoric. These documents are presumed to be related to Brooks' studies in rhetoric at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks coursework on rhetoric Sidney Brooks writings on independence of mind, 1838 Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887 Sidney Brooks writings on "the love of approbation" and "independence of mind." Brooks argues that people should not seek praise from others, rather they should seek "honor that cometh from God only." These writings are presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College. Sidney Brooks writings on independence of mind, 1838
