Altar Light - John Macfarlane

Altar Light: A Tribute To The Memory Of Alexander Fletcher, London (1860) is a book written by John Macfarlane. The book is a tribute to the memory of Alexander Fletcher, who was a prominent figure in London during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Fletcher's life and work.The first chapter provides an overview of Fletcher's life, including his upbringing, education, and early career. The second chapter discusses Fletcher's work as a philanthropist, including his efforts to improve the lives of the poor in London. The third chapter focuses on Fletcher's religious beliefs and his role as a leader in the Church of England.The fourth chapter of the book is dedicated to Fletcher's work as a businessman, including his ventures in the shipping and railway industries. The fifth chapter discusses Fletcher's contributions to the arts, including his support of the Royal Academy of Arts and his patronage of several prominent artists.The final chapter of the book is a tribute to Fletcher's legacy, discussing the impact that he had on the city of London and the people who knew him. Altar Light: A Tribute To The Memory Of Alexander Fletcher, London (1860) is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and work of one of London's most influential figures.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.

EAN: 9781437476583