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E. H. Pearce

9781332615407: Sion College and Library (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1332615406 ISBN 13 : 9781332615407

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Discover the story behind Sion College and its Library, a unique London institution shaped by faith, philanthropy, and public life. This non-fiction history traces the college’s origins with its founder and the quiet drama of its library, from early benefactors and the great fire to the evolving role the College played in city life and ecclesiastical affairs. Rich in detail and grounded in archival material, it paints a vivid portrait of a building, its residents, and the people who kept its mission alive across centuries.

Readers will gain a clear view of how a single charitable project grew into a multifaceted center for religious study, education, and civic engagement. The book alternates between narrative chapters about the founder, the college’s buildings, and the day‑to‑day life of its staff and inmates, and focused essays on the library’s development, notable donors, and the influence of key figures in Anglican history.

Insights into the founder’s intentions, the library’s library and its growth over time

Portraits of notable figures connected to the college and its annual Anniversary ceremonies

Details on the college’s buildings, restoration after the Great Fire, and its shifting roles

How the library catalog, governance, and donations shaped a lasting scholarly resource

Ideal for readers of church history, London history, and historical librarianship, this edition offers a grounded, accessible account of Sion College’s long and intertwined story.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332615406
ISBN 13: 9781332615407
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 389
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Sion College and Library (Classic Reprint)

E. H. Pearce

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ISBN 10 : 1332615406 ISBN 13 : 9781332615407

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book traces the 400-year history of Sion College and Library, a London institution founded by the will of Thomas White in 1624. Originally founded to provide lodging and support to London's impoverished elderly and clergy, the organization expanded its focus over time to include an extensive library that would serve the intellectual and spiritual needs of London's clergy and its community. Set against the backdrop of London's rich history, from its growth and development to tragic events such as the Great Fire of London, the book not only chronicles the College's journey but also reveals the significant and often overlooked presence of the clergy in the life of the city. The author deftly interweaves the personal stories of the College's key figures with the broader history of the institution, providing a rich and nuanced account of a remarkable organization and its contributions to religious life, education, and the literary and intellectual landscape of London. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332615407_0

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