The Miseries And Great Hardships Of The Inferior Clergy In And About London (1737)

The Miseries And Great Hardships Of The Inferior Clergy In And About London is a book written by Thomas Stackhouse and originally published in 1737. The book details the difficult living and working conditions of the lower-ranking members of the clergy in and around the city of London during the 18th century. Through a series of anecdotes and first-hand accounts, Stackhouse paints a vivid picture of the struggles faced by these individuals, who were often poorly paid and overworked. He describes their cramped living quarters, meager diets, and the lack of support they received from their superiors. In addition to these personal accounts, Stackhouse also provides a broader historical context for the situation, discussing the economic and social factors that contributed to the plight of the inferior clergy. He argues that the neglect of these individuals by the Church was a moral failing, and that urgent reforms were needed to improve their situation. Overall, The Miseries And Great Hardships Of The Inferior Clergy In And About London is a powerful and moving account of the struggles faced by a group of people who were often overlooked and forgotten by society. It is an important historical document that sheds light on an often-neglected aspect of London's social history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.