Memoir Of Miss Margaret Mercer (1847)

Memoir of Miss Margaret Mercer is a biographical account of the life of Margaret Mercer, written by Caspar Morris and published in 1847. Margaret Mercer was a devout Christian and philanthropist who dedicated her life to helping others. She was born into a wealthy family in Philadelphia in 1791 and was raised in a religious household. Throughout her life, she was involved in various charitable organizations and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those less fortunate. She founded the Philadelphia Orphan Asylum and was instrumental in the establishment of the Female Association for the Relief of Women and Children in Reduced Circumstances. The book provides a detailed account of Mercer's life, including her childhood, her religious awakening, and her philanthropic work. It also includes excerpts from her personal journals and letters, giving readers a glimpse into her thoughts and feelings. Overall, Memoir of Miss Margaret Mercer is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to helping others.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.