Monsieur Vincent: A Sketch Of A Christian Social Reformer Of The Seventeenth Century (1901) is a biographical work written by James Granville Adderley. The book tells the story of Vincent de Paul, a French Catholic priest who lived in the 17th century and dedicated his life to helping the poor and marginalized. Vincent de Paul founded several charitable organizations, including the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity, and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those in need. The book provides a detailed account of Vincent de Paul's life, including his early years as a shepherd, his time as a slave, and his eventual ordination as a priest. The author also explores Vincent de Paul's philosophy of charity and his impact on the social and political landscape of 17th century France. Overall, Monsieur Vincent is a comprehensive and inspiring portrait of a remarkable individual who devoted his life to serving others.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.