""A Memoir of Albert Blest"" is a biographical book written by Maiben Cunningham Motherwell in 1843. The book chronicles the life and work of Albert Blest, who served as the Agent and Secretary for Ireland of the London Hibernian Society for many years. The London Hibernian Society was a Christian organization that aimed to promote the welfare of the Irish people and spread the gospel in Ireland during the 19th century.The book provides a detailed account of Blest's upbringing, education, and early career, as well as his involvement with the London Hibernian Society. It also includes anecdotes and personal stories about Blest's interactions with the people of Ireland and his efforts to improve their lives through the work of the Society.Throughout the book, Motherwell highlights Blest's dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to his work. She also provides insights into the social and political landscape of Ireland during Blest's time, including the impact of the Great Famine and the struggle for Irish independence.Overall, ""A Memoir of Albert Blest"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a dedicated Christian missionary and social reformer who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the Irish people during a tumultuous period in their history.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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