The Life Of The Beilby Porteus: Late Bishop Of London (1813)

By: Hodgson, Robert

Book Overview

The Life of the Beilby Porteus: Late Bishop of London is a biography written by Robert Hodgson in 1813. The book chronicles the life and accomplishments of Beilby Porteus, who served as the Bishop of London from 1787 until his death in 1809. The biography provides a detailed account of Porteus' early life, education, and career as a clergyman. It also delves into his political and social activism, particularly his advocacy for the abolition of the slave trade. The book includes numerous letters and speeches by Porteus, as well as accounts of his interactions with other prominent figures of his time, such as William Wilberforce and Samuel Johnson. Hodgson's biography offers a comprehensive portrait of Porteus as a man of great integrity, compassion, and leadership. It sheds light on his personal and professional struggles, as well as his enduring legacy as a champion of social justice and human rights. The Life of the Beilby Porteus is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of the Anglican Church, the abolitionist movement, and the broader social and political context of late 18th and early 19th century England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104497514
• ISBN13: 9781104497514
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"