A Memoir Of Mary Capper, Late Of Birmingham, England

""A Memoir Of Mary Capper, Late Of Birmingham, England: A Minister Of The Society Of Friends"" is a biographical account of the life and work of Mary Capper, a prominent member of the Quaker community in Birmingham during the 19th century. The book was written by Katharine Backhouse and originally published in 1882.The memoir provides a detailed and intimate portrait of Mary Capper, from her childhood and family life to her spiritual journey and her role as a minister in the Society of Friends. Backhouse draws on personal letters and diaries, as well as interviews with those who knew Mary, to create a vivid and engaging narrative of her life.Throughout the book, Backhouse explores the various challenges and obstacles that Mary faced as a woman and a Quaker in Victorian England. She also highlights Mary's commitment to social justice and her involvement in various philanthropic and humanitarian causes, including the abolition of slavery and the improvement of prison conditions.Overall, ""A Memoir Of Mary Capper"" is a fascinating and inspiring account of a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to serving others and living out her Quaker faith. It offers valuable insights into the history of the Quaker movement and the role of women in Victorian society, as well as a compelling example of how one person's actions can make a significant impact on the world around them.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.