Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life Of Charles Richard Sumner: Bishop Of Winchester And Prelate Of The Most Noble Order Of The Garter, During A Forty Years Episcopate (1876)"" is a biography written by George Henry Sumner. It provides a detailed account of the life of Charles Richard Sumner, who served as the Bishop of Winchester and a prelate of the Most Noble Order of the Garter for forty years. The book covers Sumner's early life, education, and religious career, including his ordination as a priest and his appointment as Bishop of Winchester. It also explores his achievements and challenges during his long episcopate, including his work on social and educational reforms, his involvement in the Oxford Movement, and his role in the establishment of the Church of England's first colonial bishopric in Canada. The book draws on a range of primary sources, including Sumner's personal papers and correspondence, to provide a comprehensive and insightful portrait of this influential figure in the Church of England.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.
