The Life Of Richard Channing Moore, Bishop Of Virginia (1857)

By John N. Norton

Book Overview

The Life of Richard Channing Moore, Bishop of Virginia is a biography written by John N. Norton in 1857. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Richard Channing Moore, who served as the Bishop of Virginia from 1814 until his death in 1841. The biography covers Moore's early years, his education, and his rise to prominence within the Episcopal Church. It also explores his accomplishments as Bishop, including his efforts to expand the Church's influence in Virginia, his advocacy for the rights of slaves, and his support for the establishment of the Virginia Theological Seminary.Throughout the book, Norton provides insights into Moore's character, drawing on personal letters and accounts from those who knew him. The biography also includes a detailed account of Moore's death and funeral, as well as an overview of his legacy and impact on the Episcopal Church in Virginia.Overall, The Life of Richard Channing Moore, Bishop of Virginia is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the history of the Episcopal Church.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: 1167182448
• ISBN13: 9781167182440
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"