Memorials Of Cardinal Manning (1892)

Memorials of Cardinal Manning, published in 1892, is a biography of the English Roman Catholic Cardinal Henry Edward Manning. The book is written by Wilfrid Meynell, a British poet, journalist, and publisher who was a close friend of Manning. The book covers Manning's life and career, from his birth in 1808 to his death in 1892. It explores his early years as an Anglican clergyman, his conversion to Catholicism in 1851, and his rise through the ranks of the Catholic Church to become Archbishop of Westminster in 1865 and a Cardinal in 1875. Meynell's biography provides a detailed portrait of Manning's personality, his beliefs, and his accomplishments. It also delves into his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, including Pope Pius IX, John Henry Newman, and William Ewart Gladstone. Throughout the book, Meynell portrays Manning as a complex and multifaceted figure, whose life was marked by both great achievements and personal struggles. He presents a nuanced and sympathetic view of Manning's character and achievements, while also acknowledging his flaws and limitations. Overall, Memorials of Cardinal Manning is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in the history of the Catholic Church in England. It offers a valuable perspective on the life and times of a remarkable man, and sheds light on the broader cultural and political context in which he lived.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.