Memoir of Henry Venn (1880)

Memoir of Henry Venn is a biographical account of the life and work of Henry Venn, a prominent figure in the Church of England during the 18th century. The book was written by William Knight and was first published in 1880.Henry Venn was born in 1725 and became a clergyman in the Church of England. He was known for his evangelical beliefs and his commitment to spreading the Gospel message. He served as a curate in several parishes before becoming the rector of the parish of Clapham in 1754.Venn was a key figure in the Clapham Sect, a group of evangelical Christians who were involved in social and political reform in 18th century England. He was also a supporter of the abolition of slavery and worked closely with William Wilberforce in this cause.The book provides a detailed account of Venn's life and work, including his relationships with other prominent figures in the Church of England and his involvement in various social and political causes. It also includes excerpts from Venn's personal writings, providing insight into his thoughts and beliefs.Overall, Memoir of Henry Venn is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England, the Clapham Sect, or the social and political reform movements of the 18th century.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.