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2003-11-01
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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Excellent Women
Compilation of Religious Tract Society publications, London, late 1800s.
Elizabeth Fry / James Macaulay -- Selina, Countess of Huntington / R. Lovett -- Rachel, Lady Russell / James Macaulay -- Frances Ridley Havergal / J. P. Hobson -- Hannah More / Henry Johnson -- Susanna Wesley / J. Cunningham -- Mrs. Hemans / S. F. Harris -- Madame Guyon / William Nichols -- Ann Judson / Fred. A. McKenzie -- Mary Louisa Whately / W. R. Bowman -- Agnes Jones / Ellen L. Courtenay -- Elizabeth, Duchess of Gordon / S. F. Harris.
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"Excellent Women" by Various Writers is a collection of biographical accounts, likely written in the late 19th century. The text focuses on the lives of notable women who have made significant contributions to society and religion, showcasing their virtues, struggles, and achievements. The initial chapters revolve around Elizabeth Fry, a prominent Quaker philanthropist, detailing her early life, personal reflections, and eventual commitment to social reform, particularly concerning her work with female prisoners. The opening of this collection introduces Elizabeth Fry, exploring her upbringing in Norwich, her gradual spiritual awakening, and her determination to alleviate the suffering of others through charitable work. It highlights her formative years, marked by a desire for a deeper religious life amidst the distractions of societal pleasures. As the narrative progresses, Fry finds herself increasingly drawn to helping the less fortunate, leading her to significant engagements in education and prison reform, ultimately paving the way for her renowned legacy. This beginning sets the tone for the ensuing biographical sketches of other remarkable women, illustrating their profound impact on their communities and the broader world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Christian life
Women -- Biography
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - Religious
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