Life of the Right Reverend Samuel Wilberforce: With Selections From his Diaries and Correspondence; Volume 1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781176794399)

Explore the formative years and rise to prominence of Samuel Wilberforce, the influential Bishop of Oxford, in Volume 1 of "Life of the Right Reverend Samuel Wilberforce." Compiled and edited by his son, Reginald Garton Wilberforce, this biography offers an intimate portrayal of a key figure in the 19th-century Church of England. Through selections from Wilberforce's personal diaries and extensive correspondence, readers gain insight into his thoughts, motivations, and the significant events that shaped his career.

This volume covers his early life, education, and initial forays into the clergy, painting a vivid picture of the social and religious landscape of Victorian England. Discover the man behind the mitre, his relationships with prominent contemporaries, and the development of his theological and social views. "Life of the Right Reverend Samuel Wilberforce" is a valuable resource for historians, theologians, and anyone interested in the religious and social history of Victorian England.

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