Andrew Reed (1787 1862) was a Congregational minister, an energetic philanthropist and a highly successful fundraiser. He began to study theology at Hackney Academy in 1807 and was ordained minister in 1811, serving in this role until 1861. He helped to found numerous charitable institutions, most notably the London Orphan Asylum, the Asylum for Fatherless Children, the Asylum for Idiots, the Infant Orphan Asylum, and the Hospital for Incurables. In addition to his charitable work, he found time to write. He compiled a hymn book, and published sermons, devotional books and an account of his...
Andrew Reed (1787 1862) was a Congregational minister, an energetic philanthropist and a highly successful fundraiser. He began to study theology at H...
Examines the nineteenth-century royal tour from the perspectives of various historical actors - including royals, politicians and indigenous people - in order to demonstrate how a multi-valent British culture was created throughout the empire. -- .
Examines the nineteenth-century royal tour from the perspectives of various historical actors - including royals, politicians and indigenous people - ...
