The Life And Work Of John Medley (1893)

by William Quintard Ketchum

Book Overview

The Life and Work of John Medley is a biographical account of the life and achievements of John Medley, a prominent figure in the Anglican Church in Canada during the 19th century. The book, written by William Quintard Ketchum, was first published in 1893 and provides a detailed description of Medley's early life, education, and religious career.The book covers Medley's time as a student at Oxford University, his ordination as a priest, and his subsequent appointment as the first Bishop of Fredericton in New Brunswick, Canada. It also explores his efforts to establish the Anglican Church in Canada, his involvement in the development of education and social services, and his role in promoting the growth of the church in the region.Throughout the book, Ketchum provides a detailed analysis of Medley's religious and philosophical beliefs, as well as his personal character and leadership style. He also includes numerous anecdotes and personal accounts from Medley's contemporaries, providing a rich and engaging portrait of this influential figure in Canadian history.Overall, The Life and Work of John Medley is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Anglican Church in Canada, as well as the life and achievements of one of its most important figures.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: 1166316238
• ISBN13: 9781166316235
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 334 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"