Brief Memoir Of Elizabeth Fry (1860)

A Brief Memoir of Elizabeth Fry is a book published in 1860 by the Philadelphia Association of Friends. The book is a tribute to the life and work of Elizabeth Fry, a prominent Quaker philanthropist and social reformer in the 19th century. The memoir provides a comprehensive account of Fry's life, from her childhood and upbringing to her work in improving conditions for prisoners and the mentally ill.The book covers Fry's early years as a Quaker minister and her involvement in various charitable causes, including the establishment of a school for poor children and the founding of the British Ladies' Society for Promoting the Reformation of Female Prisoners. The memoir also details Fry's pioneering work in prison reform, highlighting her efforts to improve the conditions of female prisoners in Newgate Prison in London.Throughout the book, the authors of the memoir offer their admiration and respect for Fry's tireless dedication to social justice and her unwavering commitment to her Quaker faith. The book includes numerous anecdotes and personal accounts of Fry's interactions with those she helped, providing a vivid portrait of her character and her impact on the lives of those around her.Overall, A Brief Memoir of Elizabeth Fry is a touching tribute to a remarkable woman whose legacy continues to inspire social reformers and activists to this day.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.