Memoir Of The Life Of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop Of Calcutta (1833)
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Memoir of the Life of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop of Calcutta is a biographical work written by George Bonner and first published in 1833. The book is a detailed account of the life of Reginald Heber, who was a prominent figure in the Anglican Church in the early 19th century. Heber served as the Bishop of Calcutta from 1823 until his death in 1826, and during his tenure, he worked tirelessly to spread Christianity in India and improve the lives of the people there.The memoir provides a comprehensive overview of Heber's life, from his childhood in England to his education at Oxford University and his eventual appointment as Bishop of Calcutta. Bonner draws on a variety of sources, including Heber's personal letters and diaries, to paint a vivid portrait of the man and his work.Throughout the book, Bonner highlights Heber's many accomplishments, including his efforts to translate the Bible into Hindi and his work to promote education and social reform in India. He also explores Heber's personal life, including his marriage to Amelia Shipley and his close friendships with other prominent figures in the Anglican Church.Overall, Memoir of the Life of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop of Calcutta is a fascinating and informative account of the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of the Anglican Church. It provides a valuable glimpse into the world of early 19th-century India and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of spreading Christianity in a foreign land.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781165500215
- ISBN-10: 1165500213
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.88 pounds
- Page Count: 156
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