Augustus Short, First Bishop Of Adelaide - Frederick Taylor Whitington - Bog

Augustus Short, First Bishop Of Adelaide: A Chapter Of Colonial Church History is a historical book written by Frederick Taylor Whitington in 1887. The book tells the story of Augustus Short, the first bishop of Adelaide, and his contributions to the Anglican Church in Australia during the colonial era. The author provides a detailed account of Short's life, including his early years in England, his education at Cambridge University, and his journey to Australia. The book also covers Short's work in Adelaide, where he established a strong Anglican community and oversaw the construction of several churches and cathedrals. The author highlights Short's efforts to promote education and social welfare in the colony, as well as his involvement in various religious and political debates of the time. Overall, Augustus Short, First Bishop Of Adelaide: A Chapter Of Colonial Church History is a fascinating account of a key figure in the history of the Anglican Church in Australia, and provides valuable insights into the social, cultural, and political context of the colonial era.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.