Publisher's Synopsis
Memorials of the Hospital of St. Cross and Alms House of Noble Poverty is a historical book written by Lewis Macnaughten Humbert in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Hospital of St. Cross and Alms House, which is a charitable institution located in Winchester, England. The Hospital was founded in the 12th century by Henry de Blois, the Bishop of Winchester, and has been a place of refuge for the poor and needy ever since. The book describes the architecture and layout of the Hospital, as well as the daily life of its residents, who were known as ""brothers"" and ""sisters."" The Hospital also had a chapel, which is still in use today, and the book provides information about the religious practices and ceremonies that took place there. In addition to the history of the Hospital itself, the book also includes information about the surrounding area and the people who lived there. It discusses the role of the Hospital in the community and its relationship with other charitable organizations in Winchester. Overall, Memorials of the Hospital of St. Cross and Alms House of Noble Poverty is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the history of a unique and important institution.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.
