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The Christian Philanthropist: A Memorial Of John Howard

The Christian Philanthropist: A Memorial Of John Howard

Stoughton, John

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PhilosophyOccultChristian Living

ISBN10: 1432656376
ISBN13: 9781432656379
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Christian Philanthropist: A Memorial Of John Howard is a book written by John Stoughton that pays tribute to the life and legacy of John Howard, a prominent philanthropist and social reformer in 18th-century England. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Howard's life, from his early years to his rise to prominence as a champion of prison reform, healthcare, and social justice.Stoughton's work details Howard's tireless efforts to improve the conditions of prisoners and the poor, often at great personal risk. The book highlights Howard's travels throughout Europe, where he visited prisons and hospitals, documenting the appalling conditions and advocating for change.In addition to chronicling Howard's life and work, The Christian Philanthropist also provides insight into the broader social and political context of 18th-century England. Stoughton explores the influence of the Enlightenment on Howard's thinking and the ways in which Howard's work intersected with broader debates about social justice and human rights.Overall, The Christian Philanthropist is a moving tribute to a remarkable figure in English history and a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion and social responsibility in the face of injustice.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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