Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Letters of Bishop William White is a comprehensive biography of the first bishop of the Episcopal Church in the United States. Written by Walter Herbert Stowe, the book details the life of Bishop White from his birth in 1748 to his death in 1836. It includes his early years as a student at the College of Philadelphia, his ordination as a deacon and later a priest, and his consecration as bishop in 1787. The book also includes a collection of Bishop White's letters, which shed light on his thoughts and experiences throughout his life.In addition to the biographical content, the book includes a section on the services and addresses that were delivered in honor of Bishop White's 150th anniversary of his consecration to the episcopate. These services and addresses provide insight into the impact that Bishop White had on the Episcopal Church and the wider community. Overall, The Life and Letters of Bishop William White is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Episcopal Church in the United States and the life of one of its most important figures.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.
