Mary Sumner

""Mary Sumner: Her Life and Work"" is a biography written by Mary Porter and published in 1921. The book tells the story of Mary Sumner, a British philanthropist and founder of the Mothers' Union, a Christian organization that supports mothers and families. The biography covers Sumner's life from her childhood in Winchester to her work with the Mothers' Union, which began in 1876. The book also explores Sumner's religious beliefs and her dedication to helping women and families in need. Through anecdotes and personal accounts, Porter paints a vivid picture of Sumner's life and legacy, highlighting her impact on the Mothers' Union and the wider community. Overall, ""Mary Sumner: Her Life and Work"" is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable woman and her contributions to social welfare and Christian philanthropy.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.