Memoir Of The Life Of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop Of Calcutta (1833)

By George Bonner

Book Overview

Memoir of the Life of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop of Calcutta is a biographical account of the life and work of Reginald Heber, an English bishop who served as the Bishop of Calcutta in India during the early 19th century. The book was written by George Bonner and was first published in 1833, shortly after Heber's death.The memoir provides a detailed account of Heber's life, from his childhood in England to his years as a student at Oxford University, and his eventual appointment as Bishop of Calcutta. It also includes information about his travels throughout India, his work as a missionary, and his efforts to promote education and social reform in the region.Throughout the book, Bonner provides insights into Heber's character, his beliefs, and his motivations. He also includes excerpts from Heber's journals and letters, which provide a first-hand account of his experiences in India and his thoughts on the challenges he faced as a missionary.Overall, Memoir of the Life of Reginald Heber, Lord Bishop of Calcutta is a fascinating and informative account of the life of a remarkable man who made a significant impact on the history of India and the Anglican Church. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism, the history of Christianity in India, or the life of Reginald Heber himself.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: 1104190656
• ISBN13: 9781104190651
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"