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The Life and Writings of Bishop Heber is a comprehensive biography of Reginald Heber, an English bishop who served as a missionary in Calcutta, India during the early 19th century. The book covers Heber's life from his birth in England to his untimely death in India at the age of 42. The author, who is also Bishop Heber, provides a detailed account of his own life and experiences, including his education at Oxford University, his ordination as a priest, and his appointment as Bishop of Calcutta. He also delves into Heber's personal life, including his marriage to Amelia Shipley and their…mehr

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The Life and Writings of Bishop Heber is a comprehensive biography of Reginald Heber, an English bishop who served as a missionary in Calcutta, India during the early 19th century. The book covers Heber's life from his birth in England to his untimely death in India at the age of 42. The author, who is also Bishop Heber, provides a detailed account of his own life and experiences, including his education at Oxford University, his ordination as a priest, and his appointment as Bishop of Calcutta. He also delves into Heber's personal life, including his marriage to Amelia Shipley and their children.In addition to his missionary work, Heber was also a prolific writer and poet. The book includes a selection of his poems and writings, which provide insight into his religious beliefs and his views on the social and political issues of his time.Overall, The Life and Writings of Bishop Heber offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity and improving the lives of those around him. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions or the life of Reginald Heber.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.