Kaiserwerth

Kaiserwerth: The Deaconess Institution of Rhenish Westphalia, Its Origin and Fields of Labor is a historical book written by Julius Disselhoff and originally published in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Kaiserwerth Deaconess Institution, a Christian organization that was founded in the mid-19th century in the German city of Kaiserwerth.The book explores the origins of the institution and its early history, including the role of its founder, Theodor Fliedner, and his wife Friederike. It also examines the various fields of labor in which the institution was involved, including nursing, education, and social work.Disselhoff provides detailed descriptions of the various programs and initiatives undertaken by the institution, including the training of deaconesses, the establishment of hospitals and schools, and the provision of aid to the poor and marginalized. He also discusses the challenges and obstacles faced by the institution over the years, including financial difficulties and opposition from conservative religious groups.Overall, Kaiserwerth: The Deaconess Institution of Rhenish Westphalia, Its Origin and Fields of Labor offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of a pioneering Christian organization that played an important role in the development of modern nursing and social work. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of healthcare, social welfare, and Christian philanthropy.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.