The Christian Philanthropist

The Christian Philanthropist: A Memorial Of John Howard is a book written by John Stoughton that serves as a tribute to the life and work of John Howard, a prominent philanthropist and social reformer of the 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of Howard's life, from his early years as a successful businessman to his later years spent traveling throughout Europe to investigate and improve prison conditions. Stoughton highlights Howard's dedication to Christian principles and his belief in the power of philanthropy to effect positive change in society. The book also includes a collection of Howard's writings and speeches, which offer insight into his views on various social issues, including poverty, crime, and the treatment of prisoners. Overall, The Christian Philanthropist offers a comprehensive and inspiring portrait of a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to improving the lives of others.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.