Henry Card facts for kids
Henry Card (1779–1844) was an English church leader and writer. He was known for his many books on history, religion, and education.
About Henry Card
Henry Card was born in Egham, a town in Surrey, England, in 1779. He went to a famous school called Westminster School and then studied at Pembroke College at Oxford University, starting in 1797. He earned several degrees from Oxford, showing he was a very dedicated student.
In 1815, Henry Card became the vicar of Great Malvern, a town in Worcestershire. A vicar is a type of priest or minister in charge of a church and its local community. Later, in 1832, he also became the vicar of Dormington in Herefordshire.
Henry Card was also a member of several important groups for smart people. He was elected a fellow of the Royal Society in 1820, which is a very old and respected group for scientists. He was also a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London, a group interested in history and old things, and the Royal Historical Society. He passed away in Great Malvern in 1844.
Henry Card's Books
Henry Card wrote many books during his lifetime. Here are some of his notable works:
- The History of the Revolutions of Russia, 2nd edition, published in 1804. This book explored the big changes happening in Russia.
- Historical Outlines of the Rise and Establishment of the Papal Power, published in 1804. This book looked at how the power of the Pope grew over time.
- Thoughts on Domestic or Private Education, published in 1807. This book shared his ideas about teaching children at home.
- The Reign of Charlemagne, published in 1807. This book focused on the time of the famous emperor Charlemagne, looking at religion, laws, and culture.
- Literary Recreations, 2nd edition, published in 1811. This book was a collection of his thoughts and writings for enjoyment.
- Beauford, or a Picture of High Life, a novel, published in two volumes in 1811. This was a story about society and how people lived.
- An Essay on the Holy Eucharist, published in 1814. This book discussed a religious topic.
- The Brother-in-Law, a comedy, published in 1817. This was a play he wrote.
- A Dissertation on the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, 4th edition, published in 1821. This was another detailed religious discussion.
- The Uses of the Athanasian Creed explained and vindicated, a sermon, 4th edition, published in 1825. This was a sermon explaining a Christian belief.
- A Letter to the Duke of Wellington on the Reasonableness of a Church Reform, published in 1830. This was a letter sharing his ideas on how the church could be improved.
- A Dissertation on the Antiquities of the Priory of Great Malvern, published in 1834. This book explored the old history of the church and area where he was a vicar.
