Memoir Of John Stanford, Late Chaplain To The Humane And Criminal Institutions In The City Of New York (1835)

The Memoir of John Stanford, Late Chaplain to the Humane and Criminal Institutions in the City of New York (1835) is a book written by Charles George Sommers. This memoir is a detailed account of the life and work of John Stanford, a chaplain who served in the Humane and Criminal Institutions of New York City.The book begins with a brief introduction to John Stanford's early life and his decision to become a minister. It then goes on to describe his work as a chaplain in the various institutions of New York City, including the prisons, hospitals, and almshouses. The author provides a detailed account of the various challenges that Stanford faced in his work, including the difficult living conditions of the inmates and patients, as well as the social and political pressures that he encountered.Throughout the book, the author also explores Stanford's personal life and his relationships with his family and colleagues. He describes Stanford's dedication to his work and his deep sense of compassion for those who were suffering in the institutions where he served.Overall, the Memoir of John Stanford is a fascinating and insightful account of the life of a dedicated chaplain who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those in need. It provides a unique perspective on the history of New York City and the challenges faced by those who worked in the city's institutions during the early 19th century.Together With An Appendix, Comprising Brief Memoirs Of John Williams, Thomas Baldwin, And Richard Furman.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.