This is the memoir of a prominent Episcopal clergyman who was persecuted for his religious and political beliefs in early 19th-century Connecticut. Rogers provides a firsthand account of the controversy that led to his dismissal from Trinity Church in New York, as well as his experiences during his years of persecution. This book is an important historical document that sheds light on a little-known aspect of early American history. 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.