Henry Nicholson Ellacombe

""Henry Nicholson Ellacombe: Honorable Canon Of Bristol, Vicar Of Bitton And Rural Dean, 1822-1916: A Memoir"" is a biography written by Arthur William Hill and published in 1919. The book is a tribute to the life and work of Henry Nicholson Ellacombe, a prominent figure in the Church of England during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Ellacombe served as a vicar in the parish of Bitton, near Bristol, and was also a rural dean and a canon of Bristol Cathedral. The book provides a detailed account of Ellacombe's life, including his family background, education, and career in the church. It also explores his contributions to the field of horticulture, particularly his work with campanulas (bellflowers), for which he became internationally renowned. The book features numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as excerpts from Ellacombe's personal journals and correspondence. Overall, ""Henry Nicholson Ellacombe: Honorable Canon Of Bristol, Vicar Of Bitton And Rural Dean, 1822-1916: A Memoir"" is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a remarkable man and his many accomplishments.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.