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Title: The Eulogies of Howard: A Vision
Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Eulogies of Howard: A Vision" by William Hayley is a philosophical and poetic work written in the late 18th century. This reflective piece serves as a tribute to John Howard, a pioneering philanthropist known for his extensive humanitarian work, particularly in prisons and for the treatment of the sick. The book explores themes of virtue, charity, and the moral duty of society to honor individuals who dedicate their lives to the betterment of humanity. In this work, Hayley presents a vision he experiences after discussing the character of Howard with a friend following Howard's death. The vision takes him to a celestial realm where various representatives from different professions pay homage to Howard's unparalleled contributions to society as a champion of justice and humanitarian reform. The narrative features Howard as an embodiment of compassion, addressing the failings of penal systems and advocating for the humane treatment of prisoners. Throughout the eulogies delivered by different figures, Hayley emphasizes Howard's unwavering dedication to alleviating human suffering and the need for society to recognize and emulate such exemplary virtue. Ultimately, the book serves not only as a eulogy but also as a call to action for readers to appreciate and continue Howard's legacy of benevolence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 34.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Hayley, William, 1745-1820
EBook No.: 10010
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 164
Language: English
Subject: Howard, John, 1726-1790
LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Eulogies of Howard: A Vision
Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Eulogies of Howard: A Vision" by William Hayley is a philosophical and poetic work written in the late 18th century. This reflective piece serves as a tribute to John Howard, a pioneering philanthropist known for his extensive humanitarian work, particularly in prisons and for the treatment of the sick. The book explores themes of virtue, charity, and the moral duty of society to honor individuals who dedicate their lives to the betterment of humanity. In this work, Hayley presents a vision he experiences after discussing the character of Howard with a friend following Howard's death. The vision takes him to a celestial realm where various representatives from different professions pay homage to Howard's unparalleled contributions to society as a champion of justice and humanitarian reform. The narrative features Howard as an embodiment of compassion, addressing the failings of penal systems and advocating for the humane treatment of prisoners. Throughout the eulogies delivered by different figures, Hayley emphasizes Howard's unwavering dedication to alleviating human suffering and the need for society to recognize and emulate such exemplary virtue. Ultimately, the book serves not only as a eulogy but also as a call to action for readers to appreciate and continue Howard's legacy of benevolence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 34.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Hayley, William, 1745-1820
EBook No.: 10010
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 164
Language: English
Subject: Howard, John, 1726-1790
LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.